EMG
Empangeni
South Africa
9,421 km
5,854 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,421 km
5,854 mi / 5,087 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
340°
north northwest

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EMG LGW
Airport Name Empangeni Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code EMG LGW
ICAO Code FAEM EGKK
City Empangeni London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 251 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -28.720000, 31.890000 51.150000, -0.190000

Empangeni (EMG) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Empangeni Airport (EMG) in Empangeni, South Africa to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 9,421 kilometers (5,854 miles / 5,087 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 20:59 in Empangeni, it's 18:59 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Empangeni (EMG) follows a heading of 152° (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 Empangeni Airport (EMG) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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