LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,083 km
3,780 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
6,083 km
3,780 mi / 3,285 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
141°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW RUA
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code LGW RUA
ICAO Code EGKK HUAR
City London Arua
Country United Kingdom Uganda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kampala
Elevation 202 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 3.050000, 30.920000

London (LGW) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 6,083 kilometers (3,780 miles / 3,285 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.

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 Uganda. 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 19:09 in London, it's 22:09 in Arua. 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 3,749 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 337° (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 Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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