BDI
Bird Island
Seychelles
8,033 km
4,992 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,033 km
4,992 mi / 4,338 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Indian/Mahe
Heading
327°
north northwest

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BDI LGW
Airport Name Bird Island Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code BDI LGW
ICAO Code FSSB EGKK
City Bird Island London
Country Seychelles United Kingdom
Timezone Indian/Mahe Europe/London
Elevation 6 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -3.720000, 55.210000 51.150000, -0.190000

Bird Island (BDI) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bird Island Airport (BDI) in Bird Island, Seychelles to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 8,033 kilometers (4,992 miles / 4,338 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Seychelles 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 11:37 in Bird Island, it's 07:37 in London. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Bird Island (BDI) follows a heading of 120° (east 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 Bird Island Airport (BDI) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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