JIC
Jinchang
China
7,533 km
4,681 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,533 km
4,681 mi / 4,068 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
319°
northwest

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JIC LGW
Airport Name Jinchuan Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code JIC LGW
ICAO Code ZLJC EGKK
City Jinchang London
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 4,740 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 38.540000, 102.350000 51.150000, -0.190000

Jinchang (JIC) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jinchuan Airport (JIC) in Jinchang, China to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 7,533 kilometers (4,681 miles / 4,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 04:10 in Jinchang, it's 20:10 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 4,538 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Jinchuan Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Jinchang (JIC) follows a heading of 56° (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 Jinchuan Airport (JIC) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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