LGW
London
United Kingdom
3,079 km
1,913 miles
LYR
Longyearbyen
Norway
Distance
3,079 km
1,913 mi / 1,663 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
north

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LGW LYR
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Svalbard Airport Longyear
IATA Code LGW LYR
ICAO Code EGKK ENSB
City London Longyearbyen
Country United Kingdom Norway
Timezone Europe/London Arctic/Longyearbyen
Elevation 202 ft 88 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 78.250000, 15.470000

London (LGW) to Longyearbyen (LYR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) in Longyearbyen, Norway is 3,079 kilometers (1,913 miles / 1,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Norway. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:08 in London, it's 22:08 in Longyearbyen.

The return flight from Longyearbyen (LYR) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 201° (south southwest). 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 Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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