FFD
Fairford
United Kingdom
126 km
78 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
126 km
78 mi / 68 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
117°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

FFD LGW
Airport Name RAF Fairford London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code FFD LGW
ICAO Code EGVA EGKK
City Fairford London
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/London Europe/London
Elevation 286 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 51.680000, -1.790000 51.150000, -0.190000

Fairford (FFD) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Fairford (FFD) in Fairford, United Kingdom to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 126 kilometers (78 miles / 68 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United Kingdom. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 01:38 in Fairford, it's 01:38 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Fairford (FFD) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 RAF Fairford (FFD) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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