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Flight Distance from London (LGW) to Chicago (ORD)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
LGWEGKK
London, United Kingdom
London Gatwick Airport
Great Circle Path
6,377 km3,962 miles • 3,443 NM
Destination Airport
KORDORD
Chicago, United States
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Direct Distance
6,377 km
3,962 Statute Miles
3,443 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
8h 0m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
574 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
298° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
8h 0m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
7h 26m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
12h 46m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇬🇧 United Kingdom→🇺🇸 United States
Allowed Stay90 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: ESTA online authorization required.
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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Departure 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
Arrival Airport Specs
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- City / Country: Chicago, United States
- ICAO Code: KORD
- Coordinates: 41.9786°, -87.9048°
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Elevation: 680 ft
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