GAN
Gan
Maldives
8,917 km
5,541 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,917 km
5,541 mi / 4,815 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Indian/Maldives
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GAN LGW
Airport Name Gan International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code GAN LGW
ICAO Code VRMG EGKK
City Gan London
Country Maldives United Kingdom
Timezone Indian/Maldives Europe/London
Elevation 7 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -0.690000, 73.160000 51.150000, -0.190000

Gan (GAN) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan, Maldives to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 8,917 kilometers (5,541 miles / 4,815 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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 Maldives 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 23:09 in Gan, it's 18:09 in London. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Gan (GAN) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 Gan International Airport (GAN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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