How long is the flight from Boston to London?

The flight from Boston (BOS) to London (LHR) takes about 5h 35m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 2,829 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Boston to London?

It is 3,256 miles (5,240 km, or 2,829 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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Flight time from Boston to London

BOS → LHR · Boston Logan International Airport to London Heathrow Airport

The flight from Boston (BOS) to London (LHR) takes about 5h 35m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 3,256 miles (5,240 km).

3,256

miles

5,240

kilometers

+5h

time change

eastbound

How the aircraft compares

Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

Beyond range

NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

6h 1m

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

5h 35m

When will you arrive?

London is 5 hours ahead of Boston. You cross 5 time zones heading east. Eastbound trips like this one tend to be harder to adjust to, so plan for a day or two of jet lag.

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Common questions

How long is the flight from Boston to London?: About 5h 35m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 3,256 miles, or 5,240 km (2,829 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: London is 5 hours ahead of Boston.

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