LHR
London
United Kingdom
6,348 km
3,945 miles
MDW
Chicago
United States
Distance
6,348 km
3,945 mi / 3,428 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
297°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LHR MDW
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Chicago Midway International Airport
IATA Code LHR MDW
ICAO Code EGLL KMDW
City London Chicago
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 83 ft 620 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 41.790000, -87.750000

London (LHR) to Chicago (MDW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) in Chicago, United States is 6,348 kilometers (3,945 miles / 3,428 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 00:15 in London, it's 18:15 in Chicago. With a 6-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 Chicago (MDW) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 48° (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 Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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