PHL to LHR Route Guide
Philadelphia, United States → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
KPHL (Philadelphia, United States) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 3,072 NM (5,689 km / 3,535 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 50° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 6h 57m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,072 NM
5,689 km / 3,535 mi
Initial Bearing
50° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
6h 57m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
10,716 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
36 ft
KPHL
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,072 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PHL-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 PHL and LHR?
3,072 nautical miles (5,689 km / 3,535 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to London?
Approximately 6h 57m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PHL-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?
50° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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