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Distance from London to New York

The straight-line distance from London, United Kingdom to New York, United States is 5,570 km (3,461 miles).New York is WNW of London.

Distance (km)

5,570

straight line

Distance (miles)

3,461

straight line

Flight Time

7 hr 30 min

estimated direct

Direction

WNW

288° bearing

Transport Comparison: London to New York

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight7 hr 30 min5,570 kmDirect flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed

All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.

London to New York: Key Details

FromLondon, United Kingdom
ToNew York, United States
Straight-line Distance5,570 km (3,461 miles)
Bearing288° (WNW)
Coordinates (London)51.5074°, -0.1278°
Coordinates (New York)40.7128°, -74.0060°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is London from New York?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from London to New York is 5,570 km (3,461 miles). New York is WNW of London.

How long is the flight from London to New York?

A direct flight from London to New York takes approximately 7 hr 30 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

What direction is New York from London?

New York is WNW (288 degrees) from London.

What is the distance from New York to London?

The distance from New York to London is the same: 5,570 km (3,461 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.

Other Distance Calculations

London to Saint Petersburg2,100 kmLondon to Istanbul2,501 kmLondon to Moscow2,501 kmLondon to Ankara2,833 kmNew York to Mexico City3,359 kmLondon to Cairo3,511 kmNew York to Bogota4,003 kmLondon to Baghdad4,090 kmLondon to Tehran4,397 kmLondon to Riyadh4,939 km

Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.

Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.