EWR
Newark
United States
5,275 km
3,278 miles
LWK
Lerwick
United Kingdom
Distance
5,275 km
3,278 mi / 2,848 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
40°
northeast

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EWR LWK
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Lerwick / Tingwall Airport
IATA Code EWR LWK
ICAO Code KEWR EGET
City Newark Lerwick
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 17 ft 43 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 60.190000, -1.240000

Newark (EWR) to Lerwick (LWK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) in Lerwick, United Kingdom is 5,275 kilometers (3,278 miles / 2,848 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 01:35 in Newark, it's 06:35 in Lerwick. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lerwick (LWK) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 280° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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