LGW
London
United Kingdom
4,126 km
2,564 miles
SDG
Sanandaj Airport
Iran
Distance
4,126 km
2,564 mi / 2,228 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/London
Heading
97°
east

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LGW SDG
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Sanandaj Airport
IATA Code LGW SDG
ICAO Code EGKK OICS
City London N/A
Country United Kingdom Iran
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Tehran
Elevation 202 ft 4,522 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 35.250000, 47.010000

London (LGW) to Sanandaj Airport (SDG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Sanandaj Airport (SDG) in Sanandaj Airport, Iran is 4,126 kilometers (2,564 miles / 2,228 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 Iran. 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 22:10 in London, it's 01:40 in Sanandaj Airport. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,320 feet between the two airports. Sanandaj Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Sanandaj Airport (SDG) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 310° (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 Sanandaj Airport (SDG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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