London (LGW) to Philadelphia (PHL)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 3,554
miles
5,719
kilometers
3,088
nautical miles

🕐 7h 16m
Flight Time
🧭 W (288°)
Direction
🌍 -5h
Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline Base Miles Elite Total
🇺🇸
American Airlines
AAdvantage
3,554 5,686
Platinum
🔺
Delta Air Lines
SkyMiles
3,554 5,686
Gold Medallion
United Airlines
MileagePlus
3,554 5,331
Premier Gold
❤️
Southwest Airlines
Rapid Rewards
3,554 5,331
A-List Preferred
🏔️
Alaska Airlines
Mileage Plan
3,554 7,108
MVP Gold
🔵
JetBlue Airways
TrueBlue
3,554 5,331
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?

Flights between London and Philadelphia follow a "great circle" route that curves over the Earth's surface - this is actually shorter than flying in a straight line on a flat map!

✈️ Flight Details

The LGW to PHL route connects London, United Kingdom with Philadelphia, United States. This long-haul flight covers 3,554 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 W bearing of 288° from London. There is a 5 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About LGW

London Gatwick Airport

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

🛬 About PHL

Philadelphia International Airport

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) serves Philadelphia, United States.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is 3,554 miles (5,719 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from LGW to PHL typically take around 7h 16m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 3,554 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.