GAN
Gan
Maldives
8,944 km
5,557 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,944 km
5,557 mi / 4,829 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Indian/Maldives
Heading
323°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GAN LHR
Airport Name Gan International Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code GAN LHR
ICAO Code VRMG EGLL
City Gan London
Country Maldives United Kingdom
Timezone Indian/Maldives Europe/London
Elevation 7 ft 83 ft
Coordinates -0.690000, 73.160000 51.470000, -0.460000

Gan (GAN) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan, Maldives to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 8,944 kilometers (5,557 miles / 4,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 18:44 in Gan, it's 13:44 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 (LHR) to Gan (GAN) follows a heading of 103° (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 Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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