FMS
Fort Madison
United States
6,687 km
4,155 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,687 km
4,155 mi / 3,610 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
46°
northeast

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FMS LGW
Airport Name Fort Madison Municipal Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code FMS LGW
ICAO Code KFSW EGKK
City Fort Madison London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 722 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 40.660000, -91.330000 51.150000, -0.190000

Fort Madison (FMS) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) in Fort Madison, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 6,687 kilometers (4,155 miles / 3,610 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 07:40 in Fort Madison, it's 13:40 in London. With a 6-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 Fort Madison (FMS) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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