The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Taliabu Island Airport (TAX) in Tikong-Taliabu Island, Indonesia is 12,489 kilometers (7,760 miles / 6,743 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Indonesia. 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 23:38 in London, it's 08:38 in Tikong-Taliabu Island. With a 9-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 Tikong-Taliabu Island (TAX) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 326° (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 Taliabu Island Airport (TAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.