LGW to LHR Route Guide
London, United Kingdom → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
EGKK (London, United Kingdom) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 22 NM (41 km / 25 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 333° (NNW). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 24m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
22 NM
41 km / 25 mi
Initial Bearing
333° (NNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
24m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
1,566 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
202 ft
EGKK
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 22 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LGW-LHR should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between LGW and LHR?
22 nautical miles (41 km / 25 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from London to London?
Approximately 24m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LGW-LHR?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
333° true (NNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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