LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,730 km
4,803 miles
RIL
Rifle
United States
Distance
7,730 km
4,803 mi / 4,174 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/London
Heading
308°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW RIL
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Rifle Garfield County Airport
IATA Code LGW RIL
ICAO Code EGKK KRIL
City London Rifle
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Denver
Elevation 202 ft 5,537 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 39.530000, -107.730000

London (LGW) to Rifle (RIL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) in Rifle, United States is 7,730 kilometers (4,803 miles / 4,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:07 in London, it's 04:07 in Rifle. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,335 feet between the two airports. Rifle Garfield County Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rifle (RIL) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 40° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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