LGW
London
United Kingdom
53 km
33 miles
RCS
Rochester
United Kingdom
Distance
53 km
33 mi / 29 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
65°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

LGW RCS
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Rochester Airport
IATA Code LGW RCS
ICAO Code EGKK EGTO
City London Rochester
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/London Europe/London
Elevation 202 ft 436 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 51.350000, 0.500000

London (LGW) to Rochester (RCS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Rochester Airport (RCS) in Rochester, United Kingdom is 53 kilometers (33 miles / 29 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United Kingdom. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 18:51 in London, it's 18:51 in Rochester.

The return flight from Rochester (RCS) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 245° (west southwest). 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 Rochester Airport (RCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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