LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,852 km
3,636 miles
OBC
Obock
Djibouti
Distance
5,852 km
3,636 mi / 3,160 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
122°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW OBC
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Obock Airport
IATA Code LGW OBC
ICAO Code EGKK HDOB
City London Obock
Country United Kingdom Djibouti
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Djibouti
Elevation 202 ft 69 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 11.970000, 43.270000

London (LGW) to Obock (OBC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Obock Airport (OBC) in Obock, Djibouti is 5,852 kilometers (3,636 miles / 3,160 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

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 Djibouti. 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 17:13 in London, it's 20:13 in Obock. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Obock (OBC) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 327° (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 Obock Airport (OBC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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