LGW to ORD Route Guide
London, United Kingdom → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
EGKK (London, United Kingdom) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 3,444 NM (6,378 km / 3,963 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 298° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 7h 45m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,444 NM
6,378 km / 3,963 mi
Initial Bearing
298° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
7h 45m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
11,832 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
202 ft
EGKK
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,444 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LGW-ORD 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 ORD?
3,444 nautical miles (6,378 km / 3,963 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from London to Chicago?
Approximately 7h 45m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LGW-ORD?
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?
298° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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