LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,694 km
3,538 miles
OAI
Bagram
Afghanistan
Distance
5,694 km
3,538 mi / 3,074 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Europe/London
Heading
80°
east

Airport Comparison

LGW OAI
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Bagram Air Base
IATA Code LGW OAI
ICAO Code EGKK OAIX
City London Bagram
Country United Kingdom Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kabul
Elevation 202 ft 4,895 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 34.950000, 69.270000

London (LGW) to Bagram (OAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Bagram Air Base (OAI) in Bagram, Afghanistan is 5,694 kilometers (3,538 miles / 3,074 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 80°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 01:29 in London, it's 05:59 in Bagram. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,693 feet between the two airports. Bagram Air Base sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Bagram (OAI) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 311° (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 Bagram Air Base (OAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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