GAI
Gaithersburg
United States
5,896 km
3,664 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,896 km
3,664 mi / 3,184 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

Airport Comparison

GAI LGW
Airport Name Montgomery County Airpark London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code GAI LGW
ICAO Code KGAI EGKK
City Gaithersburg London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 539 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 39.170000, -77.170000 51.150000, -0.190000

Gaithersburg (GAI) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Montgomery County Airpark (GAI) in Gaithersburg, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 5,896 kilometers (3,664 miles / 3,184 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 02:05 in Gaithersburg, it's 07:05 in London. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Gaithersburg (GAI) follows a heading of 289° (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 Montgomery County Airpark (GAI) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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