GBE
Gaborone
Botswana
8,799 km
5,467 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,799 km
5,467 mi / 4,751 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Gaborone
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GBE LGW
Airport Name Sir Seretse Khama International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code GBE LGW
ICAO Code FBSK EGKK
City Gaborone London
Country Botswana United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Gaborone Europe/London
Elevation 3,299 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -24.560000, 25.920000 51.150000, -0.190000

Gaborone (GBE) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 8,799 kilometers (5,467 miles / 4,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 Botswana 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 03:12 in Gaborone, it's 01:12 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,097 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Gaborone (GBE) follows a heading of 156° (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 Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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