KIH
Kish Island
Iran
5,275 km
3,278 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,275 km
3,278 mi / 2,848 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
316°
northwest

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KIH LGW
Airport Name Kish International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code KIH LGW
ICAO Code OIBK EGKK
City Kish Island London
Country Iran United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Tehran Europe/London
Elevation 101 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 26.530000, 53.980000 51.150000, -0.190000

Kish Island (KIH) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kish International Airport (KIH) in Kish Island, Iran to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 5,275 kilometers (3,278 miles / 2,848 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 Iran 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 11:41 in Kish Island, it's 08:11 in London. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Kish Island (KIH) follows a heading of 100° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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