Airport Comparison
| KWA | LGW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport | London Gatwick Airport |
| IATA Code | KWA | LGW |
| ICAO Code | PKWA | EGKK |
| City | Kwajalein | London |
| Country | Marshall Islands | United Kingdom |
| Timezone | Pacific/Kwajalein | Europe/London |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 202 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.720000, 167.730000 | 51.150000, -0.190000 |
Kwajalein (KWA) to London (LGW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) in Kwajalein, Marshall Islands to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 13,257 kilometers (8,238 miles / 7,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 351°.
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 Marshall Islands 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 21:38 in Kwajalein, it's 09:38 in London. With a 12-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 Kwajalein (KWA) follows a heading of 14° (north 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 Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.