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LHR to RDU: Distance and Flight Time

The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is 6,216 km (3,863 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 8h 15m, heading west. The distance is the same in either direction (RDU to LHR).

Distance
6,216 km
Distance (mi)
3,863 mi
Nautical miles
3,356 nm
Typical flight time
8h 15m
Direction
west
Airlines
6

How far is it from London to Raleigh/Durham?

The great-circle distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is 6,216 km (3,863 mi, 3,356 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.

How long is the flight from LHR to RDU?

A nonstop flight typically takes about 8h 15m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. RDU is roughly west of LHR.

Airlines flying LHR to RDU

6 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:

Frequently asked questions

How far is London from Raleigh/Durham?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are 6,216 km (3,863 mi, 3,356 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.

How long is the flight from LHR to RDU?

A typical nonstop flight between LHR and RDU takes about 8h 15m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.

What direction is RDU from LHR?

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) lies roughly west of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Which airlines fly LHR to RDU?

6 airlines appear on the LHR-RDU route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways.

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