London (LGW) to Oakland (OAK)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 5,367
miles
8,638
kilometers
4,664
nautical miles

🕐 10h 43m
Flight Time
🧭 NW (317°)
Direction
🌍 -8h
Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline Base Miles Elite Total
🇺🇸
American Airlines
AAdvantage
5,367 8,587
Platinum
🔺
Delta Air Lines
SkyMiles
5,367 8,587
Gold Medallion
United Airlines
MileagePlus
5,367 8,051
Premier Gold
❤️
Southwest Airlines
Rapid Rewards
5,367 8,051
A-List Preferred
🏔️
Alaska Airlines
Mileage Plan
5,367 10,734
MVP Gold
🔵
JetBlue Airways
TrueBlue
5,367 8,051
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?

This international flight from United Kingdom to United States requires a valid passport. Remember to check visa requirements before traveling!

✈️ Flight Details

The LGW to OAK route connects London, United Kingdom with Oakland, United States. This long-haul flight covers 5,367 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United Kingdom to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 317° from London. There is a 8 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About LGW

London Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) serves London, United Kingdom.

🛬 About OAK

Metropolitan Oakland International Airport

Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) serves Oakland, United States.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is 5,367 miles (8,638 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from LGW to OAK typically take around 10h 43m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 5,367 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.
Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.