LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,871 km
4,269 miles
MWN
Mwadui
Tanzania
Distance
6,871 km
4,269 mi / 3,710 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
141°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW MWN
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Mwadui Airport
IATA Code LGW MWN
ICAO Code EGKK HTMD
City London Mwadui
Country United Kingdom Tanzania
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 202 ft 3,970 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -3.500000, 33.620000

London (LGW) to Mwadui (MWN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Mwadui Airport (MWN) in Mwadui, Tanzania is 6,871 kilometers (4,269 miles / 3,710 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.

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 01:24 in London, it's 04:24 in Mwadui. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,768 feet between the two airports. Mwadui Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Mwadui (MWN) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 337° (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 Mwadui Airport (MWN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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