AJK
Araak
Iran
4,403 km
2,736 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
4,403 km
2,736 mi / 2,378 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
311°
northwest

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AJK LGW
Airport Name Arak Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code AJK LGW
ICAO Code OIHR EGKK
City Araak London
Country Iran United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Tehran Europe/London
Elevation 5,440 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 34.140000, 49.850000 51.150000, -0.190000

Araak (AJK) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arak Airport (AJK) in Araak, Iran to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 4,403 kilometers (2,736 miles / 2,378 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 Iran with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:51 in Araak, it's 06:21 in London. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,238 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Arak Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Araak (AJK) follows a heading of 96° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Arak Airport (AJK) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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