LGW
London
United Kingdom
9,754 km
6,061 miles
PBZ
Plettenberg Bay
South Africa
Distance
9,754 km
6,061 mi / 5,267 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
161°
south southeast

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LGW PBZ
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Plettenberg Bay Airport
IATA Code LGW PBZ
ICAO Code EGKK FAPG
City London Plettenberg Bay
Country United Kingdom South Africa
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 202 ft 465 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -34.090000, 23.330000

London (LGW) to Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa is 9,754 kilometers (6,061 miles / 5,267 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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 South Africa. 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 17:33 in London, it's 19:33 in Plettenberg Bay.

The return flight from Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 345° (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 Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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