LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,536 km
4,683 miles
TPJ
Taplejung
Nepal
Distance
7,536 km
4,683 mi / 4,069 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.75h
Europe/London
Heading
74°
east northeast

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LGW TPJ
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Suketar Airport
IATA Code LGW TPJ
ICAO Code EGKK VNTJ
City London Taplejung
Country United Kingdom Nepal
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 202 ft 7,990 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 27.350000, 87.700000

London (LGW) to Taplejung (TPJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Suketar Airport (TPJ) in Taplejung, Nepal is 7,536 kilometers (4,683 miles / 4,069 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 Nepal. 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 19:23 in London, it's 01:08 in Taplejung. The 5.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,788 feet between the two airports. Suketar Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Taplejung (TPJ) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 317° (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 Suketar Airport (TPJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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