KGS
Kos Island
Greece
2,679 km
1,665 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
2,679 km
1,665 mi / 1,447 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Athens
Heading
315°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KGS LGW
Airport Name Kos Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code KGS LGW
ICAO Code LGKO EGKK
City Kos Island London
Country Greece United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Athens Europe/London
Elevation 412 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 36.790000, 27.090000 51.150000, -0.190000

Kos Island (KGS) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kos Airport (KGS) in Kos Island, Greece to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 2,679 kilometers (1,665 miles / 1,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Greece with United Kingdom. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:12 in Kos Island, it's 23:12 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Kos Island (KGS) follows a heading of 116° (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 Kos Airport (KGS) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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