RDU to LHR Route Guide
Raleigh, United States → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
KRDU (Raleigh, United States) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 3,356 NM (6,215 km / 3,862 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 47° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 7h 33m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,356 NM
6,215 km / 3,862 mi
Initial Bearing
47° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
7h 33m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
11,568 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
435 ft
KRDU
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,356 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying RDU-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 RDU and LHR?
3,356 nautical miles (6,215 km / 3,862 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Raleigh to London?
Approximately 7h 33m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly RDU-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?
47° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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