BGU
Bangassou
Central African Republic
5,578 km
3,466 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,578 km
3,466 mi / 3,012 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
341°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BGU LGW
Airport Name Bangassou Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code BGU LGW
ICAO Code FEFG EGKK
City Bangassou London
Country Central African Republic United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Bangui Europe/London
Elevation 1,706 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 4.790000, 22.780000 51.150000, -0.190000

Bangassou (BGU) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangassou Airport (BGU) in Bangassou, Central African Republic to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 5,578 kilometers (3,466 miles / 3,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Central African Republic 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 06:48 in Bangassou, it's 05:48 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,504 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Bangassou Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Bangassou (BGU) 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 Bangassou Airport (BGU) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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