ALU
Alula
Somalia
6,312 km
3,922 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,312 km
3,922 mi / 3,408 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
324°
northwest

Airport Comparison

ALU LGW
Airport Name Alula Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code ALU LGW
ICAO Code HCMA EGKK
City Alula London
Country Somalia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Europe/London
Elevation 6 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 11.960000, 50.750000 51.150000, -0.190000

Alula (ALU) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Alula Airport (ALU) in Alula, Somalia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 6,312 kilometers (3,922 miles / 3,408 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:44 in Alula, it's 06:44 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Alula (ALU) follows a heading of 115° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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