The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Robertson Airport (ROD) in Robertson, South Africa is 9,650 kilometers (5,996 miles / 5,210 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:21 in London, it's 09:21 in Robertson.

The return flight from Robertson (ROD) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 348° (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 Robertson Airport (ROD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.