LGW
London
United Kingdom
274 km
170 miles
SWS
Swansea
United Kingdom
Distance
274 km
170 mi / 148 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
282°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW SWS
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Swansea Airport
IATA Code LGW SWS
ICAO Code EGKK EGFH
City London Swansea
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/London Europe/London
Elevation 202 ft 299 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 51.610000, -4.070000

London (LGW) to Swansea (SWS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Swansea Airport (SWS) in Swansea, United Kingdom is 274 kilometers (170 miles / 148 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United Kingdom. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 08:12 in London, it's 08:12 in Swansea.

The return flight from Swansea (SWS) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 99° (east). 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 Swansea Airport (SWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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