BFI
Seattle
United States
7,734 km
4,806 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,734 km
4,806 mi / 4,176 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
35°
northeast

Airport Comparison

BFI LGW
Airport Name Boeing Field/King County International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code BFI LGW
ICAO Code KBFI EGKK
City Seattle London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Europe/London
Elevation 22 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 47.530000, -122.300000 51.150000, -0.190000

Seattle (BFI) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) in Seattle, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 7,734 kilometers (4,806 miles / 4,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:52 in Seattle, it's 10:52 in London. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Seattle (BFI) follows a heading of 322° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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