Airport Comparison
| KOA | LGW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport | London Gatwick Airport |
| IATA Code | KOA | LGW |
| ICAO Code | PHKO | EGKK |
| City | Kailua/Kona | London |
| Country | United States | United Kingdom |
| Timezone | Pacific/Honolulu | Europe/London |
| Elevation | 49 ft | 202 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.700000, -156.000000 | 51.150000, -0.190000 |
Kailua/Kona (KOA) to London (LGW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport (KOA) in Kailua/Kona, United States to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 11,790 kilometers (7,326 miles / 6,366 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
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 United States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:05 in Kailua/Kona, it's 05:05 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.
The return flight from London (LGW) to Kailua/Kona (KOA) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport (KOA) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.