KIW
Kitwe
Zambia
7,632 km
4,742 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,632 km
4,742 mi / 4,121 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
341°
north northwest

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KIW LGW
Airport Name Southdowns Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code KIW LGW
ICAO Code FLSO EGKK
City Kitwe London
Country Zambia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/London
Elevation 4,145 ft 202 ft
Coordinates -12.900000, 28.150000 51.150000, -0.190000

Kitwe (KIW) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Southdowns Airport (KIW) in Kitwe, Zambia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 7,632 kilometers (4,742 miles / 4,121 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Zambia 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 08:43 in Kitwe, it's 06:43 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,943 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than Southdowns Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Kitwe (KIW) follows a heading of 150° (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 Southdowns Airport (KIW) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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