The flight distance from Ricardo Garcia Posada Airport (ESR) in El Salvador, Chile to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 10,960 kilometers (6,810 miles / 5,918 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:22 in El Salvador, it's 04:22 in London. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,038 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Ricardo Garcia Posada Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (LGW) to El Salvador (ESR) follows a heading of 238° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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