LHR
London
United Kingdom
7,009 km
4,355 miles
MEM
Memphis
United States
Distance
7,009 km
4,355 mi / 3,785 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
293°
west northwest

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Airport Comparison

LHR MEM
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Memphis International Airport
IATA Code LHR MEM
ICAO Code EGLL KMEM
City London Memphis
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 83 ft 341 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 35.040000, -89.980000

London (LHR) to Memphis (MEM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Memphis International Airport (MEM) in Memphis, United States is 7,009 kilometers (4,355 miles / 3,785 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, 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 23:02 in London, it's 17:02 in Memphis. 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 Memphis (MEM) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 44° (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 Memphis International Airport (MEM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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