The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Queenstown Airport (UEE) in Queenstown Airport, Australia is 17,240 kilometers (10,712 miles / 9,309 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:43 in London, it's 08:43 in Queenstown Airport. With a 11-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 Queenstown Airport (UEE) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 303° (west 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 Queenstown Airport (UEE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.