LGW
London
United Kingdom
11,716 km
7,280 miles
QRC
Rancagua
Chile
Distance
11,716 km
7,280 mi / 6,326 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/London
Heading
234°
southwest

Airport Comparison

LGW QRC
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport De La Independencia Airport
IATA Code LGW QRC
ICAO Code EGKK SCRG
City London Rancagua
Country United Kingdom Chile
Timezone Europe/London America/Santiago
Elevation 202 ft 1,446 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -34.170000, -70.780000

London (LGW) to Rancagua (QRC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to De La Independencia Airport (QRC) in Rancagua, Chile is 11,716 kilometers (7,280 miles / 6,326 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:22 in London, it's 03:22 in Rancagua. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,244 feet between the two airports. De La Independencia Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Rancagua (QRC) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 38° (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 De La Independencia Airport (QRC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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