HET
Hohhot
China
7,854 km
4,880 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,854 km
4,880 mi / 4,241 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
322°
northwest

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HET LGW
Airport Name Baita International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code HET LGW
ICAO Code ZBHH EGKK
City Hohhot London
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 3,556 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 40.850000, 111.820000 51.150000, -0.190000

Hohhot (HET) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Baita International Airport (HET) in Hohhot, China to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 7,854 kilometers (4,880 miles / 4,241 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, 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 China 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 17:56 in Hohhot, it's 09:56 in London. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,354 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Baita International Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Hohhot (HET) follows a heading of 48° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Baita International Airport (HET) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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