LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,652 km
3,512 miles
ROC
Rochester
United States
Distance
5,652 km
3,512 mi / 3,052 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
293°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW ROC
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International Airport
IATA Code LGW ROC
ICAO Code EGKK KROC
City London Rochester
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 202 ft 559 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 43.120000, -77.670000

London (LGW) to Rochester (ROC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) in Rochester, United States is 5,652 kilometers (3,512 miles / 3,052 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

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 09:24 in London, it's 04:24 in Rochester. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Rochester (ROC) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 52° (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 Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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