LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,777 km
5,454 miles
VNY
Van Nuys
United States
Distance
8,777 km
5,454 mi / 4,739 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW VNY
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Van Nuys Airport
IATA Code LGW VNY
ICAO Code EGKK KVNY
City London Van Nuys
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 202 ft 802 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 34.210000, -118.490000

London (LGW) to Van Nuys (VNY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Van Nuys Airport (VNY) in Van Nuys, United States is 8,777 kilometers (5,454 miles / 4,739 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 06:23 in London, it's 22:23 in Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys (VNY) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 34° (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 Van Nuys Airport (VNY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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