LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,516 km
4,670 miles
UPB
Havana
Cuba
Distance
7,516 km
4,670 mi / 4,059 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
279°
west

Airport Comparison

LGW UPB
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Playa Baracoa Airport
IATA Code LGW UPB
ICAO Code EGKK MUPB
City London Havana
Country United Kingdom Cuba
Timezone Europe/London America/Havana
Elevation 202 ft 102 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 23.030000, -82.580000

London (LGW) to Havana (UPB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Playa Baracoa Airport (UPB) in Havana, Cuba is 7,516 kilometers (4,670 miles / 4,059 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Cuba. 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 18:30 in London, it's 13:30 in Havana. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Havana (UPB) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 42° (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 Playa Baracoa Airport (UPB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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