GXF
Sayun
Yemen
5,827 km
3,621 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,827 km
3,621 mi / 3,146 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Aden
Heading
323°
northwest

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GXF LGW
Airport Name Sayun International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code GXF LGW
ICAO Code OYSY EGKK
City Sayun London
Country Yemen United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Aden Europe/London
Elevation 2,097 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 15.970000, 48.790000 51.150000, -0.190000

Sayun (GXF) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sayun International Airport (GXF) in Sayun, Yemen to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 5,827 kilometers (3,621 miles / 3,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, 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 Yemen 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 05:11 in Sayun, it's 02:11 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 1,895 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Sayun International Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Sayun (GXF) follows a heading of 114° (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 Sayun International Airport (GXF) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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