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 12:58 in London, it's 05:58 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.