Los Angeles (LAX) to London (LGW)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 5,467 | 8,747 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 5,467 | 8,747 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 5,467 | 8,201 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 5,467 | 8,201 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 5,467 | 10,934 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 5,467 | 8,201 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flying saves serious time on this route! Driving from Los Angeles to London would take approximately 12 days compared to just 10h 55m by air.
✈️ Flight Details
The LAX to LGW route connects Los Angeles, United States with London, United Kingdom. This long-haul flight covers 5,467 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from United States to United Kingdom. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NE bearing of 34° from Los Angeles. There is a 8 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About LAX
Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the primary airport serving Los Angeles and the fifth busiest in the world.
🛬 About LGW
London Gatwick Airport
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) serves London, United Kingdom.