LGW
London
United Kingdom
15,108 km
9,388 miles
RUS
Marau
Solomon Islands
Distance
15,108 km
9,388 mi / 8,158 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+11h
Europe/London
Heading
27°
north northeast

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LGW RUS
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Marau Airport
IATA Code LGW RUS
ICAO Code EGKK AGGU
City London Marau
Country United Kingdom Solomon Islands
Timezone Europe/London Pacific/Guadalcanal
Elevation 202 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -9.860000, 160.820000

London (LGW) to Marau (RUS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Marau Airport (RUS) in Marau, Solomon Islands is 15,108 kilometers (9,388 miles / 8,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:59 in London, it's 03:59 in Marau. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Marau (RUS) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 343° (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 Marau Airport (RUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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