ARI
Arica
Chile
10,282 km
6,389 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
10,282 km
6,389 mi / 5,552 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Santiago
Heading
36°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ARI LGW
Airport Name Chacalluta Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code ARI LGW
ICAO Code SCAR EGKK
City Arica London
Country Chile United Kingdom
Timezone America/Santiago Europe/London
Elevation 167 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -18.350000, -70.340000 51.150000, -0.190000

Arica (ARI) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chacalluta Airport (ARI) in Arica, Chile to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 10,282 kilometers (6,389 miles / 5,552 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:17 in Arica, it's 08:17 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 Arica (ARI) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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