LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,275 km
5,142 miles
SIA
Xi'an
China
Distance
8,275 km
5,142 mi / 4,468 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
54°
northeast

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LGW SIA
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Xiguan Airport
IATA Code LGW SIA
ICAO Code EGKK ZLSN
City London Xi'an
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 202 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 34.380000, 109.120000

London (LGW) to Xi'an (SIA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Xiguan Airport (SIA) in Xi'an, China is 8,275 kilometers (5,142 miles / 4,468 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 China. 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 17:54 in London, it's 01:54 in Xi'an. With a 8-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 Xi'an (SIA) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 322° (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 Xiguan Airport (SIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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