The flight distance from Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, Indonesia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 11,967 kilometers (7,436 miles / 6,462 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:17 in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, it's 09:17 in London. With a 8-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 Balikpapan-Borneo Island (BPN) follows a heading of 69° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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