BFO
Chiredzi
Zimbabwe
8,603 km
5,346 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,603 km
5,346 mi / 4,645 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Harare
Heading
340°
north northwest

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BFO LGW
Airport Name Buffalo Range Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code BFO LGW
ICAO Code FVCZ EGKK
City Chiredzi London
Country Zimbabwe United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Harare Europe/London
Elevation 1,421 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -21.010000, 31.580000 51.150000, -0.190000

Chiredzi (BFO) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buffalo Range Airport (BFO) in Chiredzi, Zimbabwe to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 8,603 kilometers (5,346 miles / 4,645 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 Zimbabwe 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 11:29 in Chiredzi, it's 09:29 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,219 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Buffalo Range Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Chiredzi (BFO) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Buffalo Range Airport (BFO) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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