DRF
Kenai
United States
7,340 km
4,561 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,340 km
4,561 mi / 3,963 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Anchorage
Heading
19°
north northeast

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DRF LGW
Airport Name Drift River Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code DRF LGW
ICAO Code 3AK5 EGKK
City Kenai London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/London
Elevation 30 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 60.590000, -152.160000 51.150000, -0.190000

Kenai (DRF) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Drift River Airport (DRF) in Kenai, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 7,340 kilometers (4,561 miles / 3,963 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:35 in Kenai, it's 15:35 in London. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Kenai (DRF) follows a heading of 345° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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