LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,517 km
5,292 miles
SMF
Sacramento
United States
Distance
8,517 km
5,292 mi / 4,599 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
317°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW SMF
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Sacramento International Airport
IATA Code LGW SMF
ICAO Code EGKK KSMF
City London Sacramento
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 202 ft 27 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 38.700000, -121.590000

London (LGW) to Sacramento (SMF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) in Sacramento, United States is 8,517 kilometers (5,292 miles / 4,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 04:34 in London, it's 20:34 in Sacramento. With a 8-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 Sacramento (SMF) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 33° (north 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 Sacramento International Airport (SMF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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