IOW
Iowa City
United States
6,625 km
4,117 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,625 km
4,117 mi / 3,577 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
47°
northeast

Airport Comparison

IOW LGW
Airport Name Iowa City Municipal Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code IOW LGW
ICAO Code KIOW EGKK
City Iowa City London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 684 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 41.640000, -91.550000 51.150000, -0.190000

Iowa City (IOW) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW) in Iowa City, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 6,625 kilometers (4,117 miles / 3,577 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 00:44 in Iowa City, it's 06:44 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 Iowa City (IOW) follows a heading of 300° (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 Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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