London to Los Angeles in Microsoft Flight Simulator | British Airways A380X

Take to the skies on one of the world’s most iconic ultra-long-haul routes — London Heathrow (EGLL) to Los Angeles International (KLAX) — recreated in stunning detail inside Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020.

In this flight, I’m flying the British Airways Airbus A380-800, beautifully modeled by the FlyByWire team. From the moment of pushback at Heathrow to the golden-hour descent into Los Angeles, every stage of this 11-hour journey is captured with ultra-realism.

Flight Overview

• Airline: British Airways

• Flight Number: BA269

• Aircraft: Airbus A380-800 (FlyByWire A380X)

• Departure: London Heathrow (EGLL/LHR)

• Arrival: Los Angeles (KLAX/LAX)

• Route: North Atlantic Track

• Flight Time: ~11 hours

Flight Timeline

• 0:01 – Preflight setup at Heathrow

• 14:47 – Pushback & engine start

• 25:39 – Takeoff from EGLL

• 39:43 – Cruise highlights across the Atlantic

• 43:01 – Landing configuration

• 51:02 – Approach to KLAX

• 55:54 – Touchdown in Los Angeles

Simulator Setup

• Platform: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020

• Graphics: Ultra settings

• Weather: Live

• Time: Real-time

• Traffic: VATSIM

Why This Flight is Special

The BA269 Heathrow–LAX service is one of the longest and most prestigious routes in the British Airways network, often flown by their flagship A380 fleet. In the simulator, this journey offers breathtaking views: from the busy departure out of London, to the endless expanse of the North Atlantic, and finally the dramatic Pacific sunset on arrival into Los Angeles.

This isn’t just a flight — it’s a cinematic aviation experience that blends realism, immersion, and the beauty of long-haul travel.