GDQ
Gondar
Ethiopia
5,504 km
3,420 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,504 km
3,420 mi / 2,972 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
330°
north northwest

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GDQ LHR
Airport Name Gonder Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code GDQ LHR
ICAO Code HAGN EGLL
City Gondar London
Country Ethiopia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Europe/London
Elevation 6,449 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 12.520000, 37.430000 51.470000, -0.460000

Gondar (GDQ) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gonder Airport (GDQ) in Gondar, Ethiopia to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 5,504 kilometers (3,420 miles / 2,972 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:34 in Gondar, it's 05:34 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,366 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Gonder Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Gondar (GDQ) follows a heading of 128° (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 Gonder Airport (GDQ) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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