PHX to LHR Route Guide
Phoenix, United States → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
KPHX (Phoenix, United States) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 4,569 NM (8,462 km / 5,258 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 37° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 10h 1m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
4,569 NM
8,462 km / 5,258 mi
Initial Bearing
37° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
10h 1m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
15,207 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
1,135 ft
KPHX
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 4,569 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PHX-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 PHX and LHR?
4,569 nautical miles (8,462 km / 5,258 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Phoenix to London?
Approximately 10h 1m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PHX-LHR?
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?
37° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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