EWR to LHR Route Guide
Newark, United States → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
KEWR (Newark, United States) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 3,003 NM (5,562 km / 3,456 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 51° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 6h 48m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,003 NM
5,562 km / 3,456 mi
Initial Bearing
51° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
6h 48m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
10,509 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
18 ft
KEWR
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,003 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying EWR-LHR 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 EWR and LHR?
3,003 nautical miles (5,562 km / 3,456 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Newark to London?
Approximately 6h 48m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly EWR-LHR?
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?
51° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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