LHR
London
United Kingdom
6,712 km
4,170 miles
MQY
Smyrna
United States
Distance
6,712 km
4,170 mi / 3,624 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
292°
west northwest

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LHR MQY
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Smyrna Airport
IATA Code LHR MQY
ICAO Code EGLL KMQY
City London Smyrna
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 83 ft 543 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 36.010000, -86.520000

London (LHR) to Smyrna (MQY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Smyrna Airport (MQY) in Smyrna, United States is 6,712 kilometers (4,170 miles / 3,624 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

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 05:12 in London, it's 23:12 in Smyrna. 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 Smyrna (MQY) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 46° (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 Smyrna Airport (MQY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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