LHR
London
United Kingdom
3,773 km
2,344 miles
YQX
Gander
Canada
Distance
3,773 km
2,344 mi / 2,037 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Europe/London
Heading
288°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LHR YQX
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Gander International Airport
IATA Code LHR YQX
ICAO Code EGLL CYQX
City London Gander
Country United Kingdom Canada
Timezone Europe/London America/St_Johns
Elevation 83 ft 496 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 48.940000, -54.570000

London (LHR) to Gander (YQX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Gander International Airport (YQX) in Gander, Canada is 3,773 kilometers (2,344 miles / 2,037 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 03:50 in London, it's 00:20 in Gander. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Gander (YQX) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Gander International Airport (YQX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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