The flight distance from Canberra International Airport (CBR) in Canberra, Australia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 17,008 kilometers (10,569 miles / 9,184 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:23 in Canberra, it's 19:23 in London. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,684 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Canberra International Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Canberra (CBR) follows a heading of 66° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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