DAT
Datong
China
8,010 km
4,977 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,010 km
4,977 mi / 4,325 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
323°
northwest

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DAT LGW
Airport Name Datong Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code DAT LGW
ICAO Code ZBDT EGKK
City Datong London
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 3,442 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 40.060000, 113.480000 51.150000, -0.190000

Datong (DAT) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Datong Airport (DAT) in Datong, China to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 8,010 kilometers (4,977 miles / 4,325 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 China 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 19:01 in Datong, it's 11:01 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,240 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Datong Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Datong (DAT) follows a heading of 47° (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 Datong Airport (DAT) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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