LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,596 km
4,720 miles
MFA
Mafia Island
Tanzania
Distance
7,596 km
4,720 mi / 4,101 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
137°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW MFA
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Mafia Island Airport
IATA Code LGW MFA
ICAO Code EGKK HTMA
City London Mafia Island
Country United Kingdom Tanzania
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 202 ft 60 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -7.920000, 39.670000

London (LGW) to Mafia Island (MFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Mafia Island Airport (MFA) in Mafia Island, Tanzania is 7,596 kilometers (4,720 miles / 4,101 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 137°.

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 Tanzania. 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 20:59 in London, it's 23:59 in Mafia Island. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Mafia Island (MFA) 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 Mafia Island Airport (MFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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