LGW to SFO Route Guide
London, United Kingdom → San Francisco, United States
Quick answer
EGKK (London, United Kingdom) to KSFO (San Francisco, United States) is a 4,673 NM (8,654 km / 5,378 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 317° (NW). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 10h 14m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
4,673 NM
8,654 km / 5,378 mi
Initial Bearing
317° (NW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
10h 14m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
15,519 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
202 ft
EGKK
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KSFO
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 4,673 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LGW-SFO 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 SFO?
4,673 nautical miles (8,654 km / 5,378 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from London to San Francisco?
Approximately 10h 14m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LGW-SFO?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A330-900neo depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
317° true (NW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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