LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,753 km
5,439 miles
SVB
Sambava Airport
Madagascar
Distance
8,753 km
5,439 mi / 4,726 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
130°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW SVB
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Sambava Airport
IATA Code LGW SVB
ICAO Code EGKK FMNS
City London N/A
Country United Kingdom Madagascar
Timezone Europe/London Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 202 ft 20 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -14.280000, 50.170000

London (LGW) to Sambava Airport (SVB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Sambava Airport (SVB) in Sambava Airport, Madagascar is 8,753 kilometers (5,439 miles / 4,726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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 Madagascar. 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 18:55 in London, it's 21:55 in Sambava Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sambava Airport (SVB) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 330° (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 Sambava Airport (SVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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