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Route Reference

London to Los Angeles

LGW
London
LAX
Los Angeles
Distance8,798 km / 5,467 miles
Estimated Flight Time≈ 10.4 hours nonstop
Origin Time ZoneEurope/London
Destination Time ZoneAmerica/Los_Angeles

Airlines Based in United Kingdom or United States

These carriers are headquartered in one of the two countries on this route — check directly for current route-specific availability:

How This Route Appears in a GDS PNR

A segment on this route typically looks like this in a raw PNR:

2  BA 287 Y 15JUL 2*LGWLAX HK1  800A  2000P

The six-letter pair LGWLAX tells you the flight departs London and arrives in Los Angeles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is London from Los Angeles?

London (LGW) is approximately 8,798 km (5,467 miles) from Los Angeles (LAX).

How long is the flight from London to Los Angeles?

A nonstop flight from LGW to LAX takes roughly 10.4 hours, based on typical long-haul cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft, routing, and wind.

What is the time difference between London and Los Angeles?

London is on Europe/London and Los Angeles is on America/Los_Angeles — check both before planning connections or calling clients.

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