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Flight Distance from Boston (BOS) to London (LGW)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
BOSKBOS
Boston, United States
Boston Logan International Airport
Great Circle Path
5,269 km3,274 miles • 2,845 NM
Destination Airport
EGKKLGW
London, United Kingdom
London Gatwick Airport
Direct Distance
5,269 km
3,274 Statute Miles
2,845 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
6h 42m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
474 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
54° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
6h 42m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
6h 14m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
10h 38m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇺🇸 United States→🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Allowed Stay180 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: Visa free tourism up to 6 months.
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Flight Path & Geodetic Arc Map
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Departure Airport Specs
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- City / Country: Boston, United States
- ICAO Code: KBOS
- Coordinates: 42.3620°, -71.0079°
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Elevation: 20 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
- City / Country: London, United Kingdom
- ICAO Code: EGKK
- Coordinates: 51.1487°, -0.1857°
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Elevation: 202 ft
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