BGW
Baghdad
Iraq
4,081 km
2,536 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
4,081 km
2,536 mi / 2,204 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Baghdad
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BGW LGW
Airport Name Baghdad International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code BGW LGW
ICAO Code ORBI EGKK
City Baghdad London
Country Iraq United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Baghdad Europe/London
Elevation 114 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 33.260000, 44.230000 51.150000, -0.190000

Baghdad (BGW) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) in Baghdad, Iraq to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 4,081 kilometers (2,536 miles / 2,204 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 Iraq with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:55 in Baghdad, it's 20:55 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Baghdad (BGW) follows a heading of 102° (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 Baghdad International Airport (BGW) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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