LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,580 km
3,467 miles
TQN
Taloqan
Afghanistan
Distance
5,580 km
3,467 mi / 3,013 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Europe/London
Heading
78°
east northeast

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LGW TQN
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Talolqan Airport
IATA Code LGW TQN
ICAO Code EGKK OATQ
City London Taloqan
Country United Kingdom Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kabul
Elevation 202 ft 2,606 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 36.770000, 69.530000

London (LGW) to Taloqan (TQN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Talolqan Airport (TQN) in Taloqan, Afghanistan is 5,580 kilometers (3,467 miles / 3,013 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 05:02 in London, it's 09:32 in Taloqan. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,404 feet between the two airports. Talolqan Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Taloqan (TQN) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 310° (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 Talolqan Airport (TQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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