The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Palmerston North Airport (PMR) in Palmerston North Airport, New Zealand is 18,768 kilometers (11,662 miles / 10,134 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:21 in London, it's 08:21 in Palmerston North Airport. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 346° (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 Palmerston North Airport (PMR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.