The flight distance from Bisho Airport (BIY) in Bisho, South Africa to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 9,725 kilometers (6,043 miles / 5,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 01:17 in Bisho, it's 23:17 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,748 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Bisho Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Bisho (BIY) follows a heading of 157° (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 Bisho Airport (BIY) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.