LGW
London
United Kingdom
11,749 km
7,300 miles
MUE
Kamuela
United States
Distance
11,749 km
7,300 mi / 6,344 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Europe/London
Heading
336°
north northwest

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LGW MUE
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Waimea-Kohala Airport
IATA Code LGW MUE
ICAO Code EGKK PHMU
City London Kamuela
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London Pacific/Honolulu
Elevation 202 ft 2,671 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 20.000000, -155.670000

London (LGW) to Kamuela (MUE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Waimea-Kohala Airport (MUE) in Kamuela, United States is 11,749 kilometers (7,300 miles / 6,344 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:39 in London, it's 10:39 in Kamuela. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,469 feet between the two airports. Waimea-Kohala Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Kamuela (MUE) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 16° (north northeast). 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 Waimea-Kohala Airport (MUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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