FBD
Faizabad
Afghanistan
5,622 km
3,494 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,622 km
3,494 mi / 3,036 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
310°
northwest

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FBD LGW
Airport Name Faizabad Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code FBD LGW
ICAO Code OAFZ EGKK
City Faizabad London
Country Afghanistan United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Kabul Europe/London
Elevation 3,872 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 37.120000, 70.520000 51.150000, -0.190000

Faizabad (FBD) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faizabad Airport (FBD) in Faizabad, Afghanistan to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 5,622 kilometers (3,494 miles / 3,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:02 in Faizabad, it's 16:32 in London. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,670 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Faizabad Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Faizabad (FBD) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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