GWE
Gweru
Zimbabwe
8,379 km
5,207 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,379 km
5,207 mi / 4,524 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Harare
Heading
341°
north northwest

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GWE LGW
Airport Name Thornhill Air Base London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code GWE LGW
ICAO Code FVTL EGKK
City Gweru London
Country Zimbabwe United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Harare Europe/London
Elevation 4,680 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -19.440000, 29.860000 51.150000, -0.190000

Gweru (GWE) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Thornhill Air Base (GWE) in Gweru, Zimbabwe to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 8,379 kilometers (5,207 miles / 4,524 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Zimbabwe 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 17:04 in Gweru, it's 15:04 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,478 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Thornhill Air Base.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Gweru (GWE) follows a heading of 151° (south 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 Thornhill Air Base (GWE) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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