LGW
London
United Kingdom
914 km
568 miles
MUC
Munich
Germany
Distance
914 km
568 mi / 494 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
105°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW MUC
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Munich International Airport
IATA Code LGW MUC
ICAO Code EGKK EDDM
City London Munich
Country United Kingdom Germany
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Berlin
Elevation 202 ft 1,487 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 48.350000, 11.790000

London (LGW) to Munich (MUC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany is 914 kilometers (568 miles / 494 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:30 in London, it's 09:30 in Munich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,285 feet between the two airports. Munich International Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Munich (MUC) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 294° (west 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 Munich International Airport (MUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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