LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,470 km
4,020 miles
LJA
Lodja
DR Congo
Distance
6,470 km
4,020 mi / 3,494 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
152°
south southeast

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LGW LJA
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Lodja Airport
IATA Code LGW LJA
ICAO Code EGKK FZVA
City London Lodja
Country United Kingdom DR Congo
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 202 ft 1,647 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -3.420000, 23.450000

London (LGW) to Lodja (LJA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Lodja Airport (LJA) in Lodja, DR Congo is 6,470 kilometers (4,020 miles / 3,494 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

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 United Kingdom with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:25 in London, it's 23:25 in Lodja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,445 feet between the two airports. Lodja Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Lodja (LJA) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 343° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Lodja Airport (LJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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