LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,484 km
3,407 miles
RKT
Ras Al Khaimah
United Arab Emirates
Distance
5,484 km
3,407 mi / 2,961 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Europe/London
Heading
99°
east

Airport Comparison

LGW RKT
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Ras Al Khaimah International Airport
IATA Code LGW RKT
ICAO Code EGKK OMRK
City London Ras Al Khaimah
Country United Kingdom United Arab Emirates
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Dubai
Elevation 202 ft 102 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 25.610000, 55.940000

London (LGW) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates is 5,484 kilometers (3,407 miles / 2,961 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:45 in London, it's 01:45 in Ras Al Khaimah. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 317° (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 Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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