Flight Distances from London to Major US Cities

The distance from London to the United States varies dramatically depending on your destination—the US spans nearly 4,500 km (2,800 miles) coast-to-coast. All figures below are great-circle (shortest) distances; actual flight paths and times vary due to winds, routing, and layovers.

London (LHR/LGW/STN) to Key US Hubs

What Affects Your Journey?

• Route: Great-circle paths over the North Atlantic curve northward; eastbound flights are faster due to jet stream tailwinds.
• Stopovers: Many secondary US cities require connections, adding 2–6+ hours.
• Airport Choice: London has 6 commercial airports; US cities often have multiple. Distance varies slightly.

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