LHR to DFW Route Guide
London, United Kingdom → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
EGLL (London, United Kingdom) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 4,118 NM (7,627 km / 4,739 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 296° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 9h 5m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
4,118 NM
7,627 km / 4,739 mi
Initial Bearing
296° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
9h 5m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
13,854 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 4,118 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LHR-DFW 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 LHR and DFW?
4,118 nautical miles (7,627 km / 4,739 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from London to Dallas?
Approximately 9h 5m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LHR-DFW?
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?
296° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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