CWL
Cardiff
United Kingdom
221 km
137 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
221 km
137 mi / 119 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
96°
east

Airport Comparison

CWL LGW
Airport Name Cardiff International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code CWL LGW
ICAO Code EGFF EGKK
City Cardiff London
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/London Europe/London
Elevation 220 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 51.400000, -3.340000 51.150000, -0.190000

Cardiff (CWL) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cardiff International Airport (CWL) in Cardiff, United Kingdom to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 221 kilometers (137 miles / 119 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United Kingdom. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 19:11 in Cardiff, it's 19:11 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Cardiff (CWL) follows a heading of 278° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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