LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,156 km
5,068 miles
WKI
Hwange
Zimbabwe
Distance
8,156 km
5,068 mi / 4,404 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
154°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW WKI
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Hwange Airport
IATA Code LGW WKI
ICAO Code EGKK FVWT
City London Hwange
Country United Kingdom Zimbabwe
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Harare
Elevation 202 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -18.360000, 26.520000

London (LGW) to Hwange (WKI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Hwange Airport (WKI) in Hwange, Zimbabwe is 8,156 kilometers (5,068 miles / 4,404 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 08:11 in London, it's 10:11 in Hwange.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,298 feet between the two airports. Hwange Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Hwange (WKI) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 343° (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 Hwange Airport (WKI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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