AAM
Malamala
South Africa
9,001 km
5,593 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,001 km
5,593 mi / 4,860 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
340°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AAM LGW
Airport Name Malamala Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code AAM LGW
ICAO Code FAMD EGKK
City Malamala London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 1,124 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -24.820000, 31.540000 51.150000, -0.190000

Malamala (AAM) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Malamala Airport (AAM) in Malamala, South Africa to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 9,001 kilometers (5,593 miles / 4,860 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:03 in Malamala, it's 15:03 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Malamala (AAM) follows a heading of 151° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Malamala Airport (AAM) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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