KOF
Komatipoort
South Africa
9,079 km
5,641 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,079 km
5,641 mi / 4,902 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
340°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KOF LGW
Airport Name Komatipoort Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code KOF LGW
ICAO Code FAKP EGKK
City Komatipoort London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 541 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -25.440000, 31.930000 51.150000, -0.190000

Komatipoort (KOF) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Komatipoort Airport (KOF) in Komatipoort, South Africa to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 9,079 kilometers (5,641 miles / 4,902 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 13:43 in Komatipoort, it's 11:43 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Komatipoort (KOF) follows a heading of 151° (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 Komatipoort Airport (KOF) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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