LGW
London
United Kingdom
2,494 km
1,549 miles
PDL
Ponta Delgada
Portugal
Distance
2,494 km
1,549 mi / 1,346 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/London
Heading
243°
west southwest

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LGW PDL
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Joao Paulo II Airport
IATA Code LGW PDL
ICAO Code EGKK LPPD
City London Ponta Delgada
Country United Kingdom Portugal
Timezone Europe/London Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 202 ft 259 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 37.740000, -25.700000

London (LGW) to Ponta Delgada (PDL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) in Ponta Delgada, Portugal is 2,494 kilometers (1,549 miles / 1,346 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Portugal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:30 in London, it's 04:30 in Ponta Delgada.

The return flight from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 45° (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 Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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