KMH
Kuruman
South Africa
9,042 km
5,619 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,042 km
5,619 mi / 4,882 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
345°
north northwest

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KMH LGW
Airport Name Johan Pienaar Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code KMH LGW
ICAO Code FAKU EGKK
City Kuruman London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 4,382 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -27.460000, 23.410000 51.150000, -0.190000

Kuruman (KMH) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Johan Pienaar Airport (KMH) in Kuruman, South Africa to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 9,042 kilometers (5,619 miles / 4,882 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:39 in Kuruman, it's 19:39 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,180 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Johan Pienaar Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Kuruman (KMH) follows a heading of 159° (south 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 Johan Pienaar Airport (KMH) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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