LGW
London
United Kingdom
9,096 km
5,652 miles
VJB
Xai-Xai
Mozambique
Distance
9,096 km
5,652 mi / 4,912 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
149°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW VJB
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Xai-Xai Airport
IATA Code LGW VJB
ICAO Code EGKK FQXA
City London Xai-Xai
Country United Kingdom Mozambique
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Maputo
Elevation 202 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -25.040000, 33.630000

London (LGW) to Xai-Xai (VJB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Xai-Xai Airport (VJB) in Xai-Xai, Mozambique is 9,096 kilometers (5,652 miles / 4,912 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:24 in London, it's 16:24 in Xai-Xai.

The return flight from Xai-Xai (VJB) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Xai-Xai Airport (VJB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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