LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,563 km
3,457 miles
SXY
Sidney
United States
Distance
5,563 km
3,457 mi / 3,004 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
291°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LGW SXY
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Sidney Municipal Airport
IATA Code LGW SXY
ICAO Code EGKK KN23
City London Sidney
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 202 ft 1,027 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 42.300000, -75.420000

London (LGW) to Sidney (SXY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Sidney Municipal Airport (SXY) in Sidney, United States is 5,563 kilometers (3,457 miles / 3,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:04 in London, it's 02:04 in Sidney. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sidney (SXY) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 52° (northeast). 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 Sidney Municipal Airport (SXY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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