The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Mopah Airport (MKQ) in Merauke-Papua Island, Indonesia is 14,066 kilometers (8,740 miles / 7,595 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:30 in London, it's 06:30 in Merauke-Papua Island. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Merauke-Papua Island (MKQ) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 330° (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 Mopah Airport (MKQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.