FAO
Faro
Portugal
1,688 km
1,049 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
1,688 km
1,049 mi / 912 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
19°
north northeast

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FAO LGW
Airport Name Faro Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code FAO LGW
ICAO Code LPFR EGKK
City Faro London
Country Portugal United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Lisbon Europe/London
Elevation 24 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 37.010000, -7.970000 51.150000, -0.190000

Faro (FAO) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faro Airport (FAO) in Faro, Portugal to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 1,688 kilometers (1,049 miles / 912 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Portugal with United Kingdom. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:56 in Faro, it's 19:56 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Faro (FAO) follows a heading of 204° (south 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 Faro Airport (FAO) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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