LAQ
Al Bayda'
Libya
2,721 km
1,691 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
2,721 km
1,691 mi / 1,469 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Tripoli
Heading
325°
northwest

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LAQ LGW
Airport Name La Abraq Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code LAQ LGW
ICAO Code HLLQ EGKK
City Al Bayda' London
Country Libya United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Tripoli Europe/London
Elevation 2,157 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 32.790000, 21.960000 51.150000, -0.190000

Al Bayda' (LAQ) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from La Abraq Airport (LAQ) in Al Bayda', Libya to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 2,721 kilometers (1,691 miles / 1,469 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Libya 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 08:23 in Al Bayda', it's 06:23 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,955 feet between the two airports. London Gatwick Airport sits lower than La Abraq Airport.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Al Bayda' (LAQ) follows a heading of 130° (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 La Abraq Airport (LAQ) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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