London to Norwich flights
Norwich lies 158 km (98 mi) north-east of London, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| London | Norwich | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 9 million | 143,135 |
| Elevation | 25 m (82 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Nearest large airport | LHR, 24 km out | NWI, 5 km out |
| Postal codes | E1W–WC2R | NR2–NR99 |
Airports at each end
Leaving London
London is served by 6 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, whose 12,799-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are London Gatwick Airport (LGW, 40 km), London Luton Airport (LTN, 44 km), London Stansted Airport (STN, 49 km), London City Airport (LCY, 13 km), London Southend Airport (SEN, 57 km).
Arriving in Norwich
Norwich is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Norwich Airport (NWI), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,043 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich Airport (regional) | NWI | 5 km (3 mi) | 6,043 ft | 118 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Norwich from London?
158 km (98 mi) in a straight line, north-east of London.
How long does it take to get from London to Norwich by air?
About 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between London and Norwich?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Which airports are used for London to Norwich flights?
Typically London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Norwich Airport (NWI).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.