LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,964 km
4,949 miles
LMB
Salima
Malawi
Distance
7,964 km
4,949 mi / 4,300 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
144°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW LMB
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Salima Airport
IATA Code LGW LMB
ICAO Code EGKK FWSM
City London Salima
Country United Kingdom Malawi
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 202 ft 1,688 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -13.760000, 34.580000

London (LGW) to Salima (LMB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Salima Airport (LMB) in Salima, Malawi is 7,964 kilometers (4,949 miles / 4,300 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.

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 Malawi. 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 23:00 in London, it's 01:00 in Salima.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,486 feet between the two airports. Salima Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Salima (LMB) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 338° (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 Salima Airport (LMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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