GAP
Gusap
Papua New Guinea
14,096 km
8,759 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
14,096 km
8,759 mi / 7,611 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Pacific/Port_Moresby
Heading
335°
north northwest

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GAP LHR
Airport Name Gusap Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code GAP LHR
ICAO Code AYGP EGLL
City Gusap London
Country Papua New Guinea United Kingdom
Timezone Pacific/Port_Moresby Europe/London
Elevation 1,504 ft 83 ft
Coordinates -6.050000, 145.960000 51.470000, -0.460000

Gusap (GAP) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gusap Airport (GAP) in Gusap, Papua New Guinea to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 14,096 kilometers (8,759 miles / 7,611 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:35 in Gusap, it's 02:35 in London. With a 10-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 1,421 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Gusap Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Gusap (GAP) follows a heading of 43° (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 Gusap Airport (GAP) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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