LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,294 km
3,911 miles
LOK
Lodwar
Kenya
Distance
6,294 km
3,911 mi / 3,399 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
136°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW LOK
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Lodwar Airport
IATA Code LGW LOK
ICAO Code EGKK HKLO
City London Lodwar
Country United Kingdom Kenya
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 202 ft 1,715 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 3.120000, 35.610000

London (LGW) to Lodwar (LOK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Lodwar Airport (LOK) in Lodwar, Kenya is 6,294 kilometers (3,911 miles / 3,399 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.

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 Kenya. 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 01:53 in London, it's 04:53 in Lodwar. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,513 feet between the two airports. Lodwar Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Lodwar (LOK) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 334° (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 Lodwar Airport (LOK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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