LGW to MIA Route Guide
London, United Kingdom → Miami, United States
Quick answer
EGKK (London, United Kingdom) to KMIA (Miami, United States) is a 3,852 NM (7,134 km / 4,433 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 280° (W). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 8h 37m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,852 NM
7,134 km / 4,433 mi
Initial Bearing
280° (W)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
8h 37m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
13,056 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
202 ft
EGKK
Arrival Elevation
8 ft
KMIA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,852 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LGW-MIA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between LGW and MIA?
3,852 nautical miles (7,134 km / 4,433 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from London to Miami?
Approximately 8h 37m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LGW-MIA?
Common types include Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR, Airbus A330-300 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL380 (38,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
280° true (W). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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