Flights Amsterdam → London
AMS → LGW
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to London?
The flight from Amsterdam (AMS) to London (LGW) takes about 53 min. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route overview
The flight route connects Amsterdam to London, operating with aircraft such as the Airbus A319, Boeing 737-400, and Airbus A320. The destination airport in London serves over 40 million passengers annually, highlighting its significance as a major travel hub.
The Amsterdam (AMS) → London (LGW) route is operated by British Airways, easyJet. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 13/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At London the average ATFM delay is 1.8 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from Amsterdam the average ATFM delay is 1.2 minutes.
Heading to London: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Amsterdam (AMS) to London (LGW) heads west for about 364 km, a flight time of roughly 53m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Amsterdam the average ATFM delay is 1.2 min (atfm); arriving into London it is 1.8 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| easyJet (U2) | 70% | 31 min | 0.8% |
| British Airways (BA) | 66% | 31 min | 1.3% |
Airlines operating AMS-LGW
Frequently asked questions about AMS-LGW
The flight from Amsterdam (AMS) to London (LGW) takes about 53 min. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: British Airways, easyJet.
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The Amsterdam-London route is about 364 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €250, barring extraordinary circumstances.
