HMI
Hami
China
6,682 km
4,152 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,682 km
4,152 mi / 3,608 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
314°
northwest

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HMI LGW
Airport Name Hami Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code HMI LGW
ICAO Code ZWHM EGKK
City Hami London
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 2,703 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 42.840000, 93.670000 51.150000, -0.190000

Hami (HMI) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hami Airport (HMI) in Hami, China to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 6,682 kilometers (4,152 miles / 3,608 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 02:20 in Hami, it's 18:20 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 2,501 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Hami Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Hami (HMI) follows a heading of 58° (east 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 Hami Airport (HMI) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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