LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,619 km
4,734 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
7,619 km
4,734 mi / 4,114 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
324°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW YVR
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code LGW YVR
ICAO Code EGKK CYVR
City London Richmond
Country United Kingdom Canada
Timezone Europe/London America/Vancouver
Elevation 202 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 49.190000, -123.180000

London (LGW) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 7,619 kilometers (4,734 miles / 4,114 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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 Canada. 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 05:49 in London, it's 21:49 in Richmond. 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 Richmond (YVR) 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 Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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