The flight distance from Arutua Airport (AXR) in Arutua Airport, French Polynesia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 15,029 kilometers (9,339 miles / 8,115 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:38 in Arutua Airport, it's 09:38 in London. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Arutua Airport (AXR) follows a heading of 311° (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 Arutua Airport (AXR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.