LCY
London
United Kingdom
44 km
27 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
44 km
27 mi / 24 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
204°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

LCY LGW
Airport Name London City Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code LCY LGW
ICAO Code EGLC EGKK
City London London
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/London Europe/London
Elevation 19 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 51.510000, 0.060000 51.150000, -0.190000

London (LCY) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London City Airport (LCY) in London, United Kingdom to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 44 kilometers (27 miles / 24 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United Kingdom. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 09:37 in London, it's 09:37 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to London (LCY) follows a heading of 23° (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 London City Airport (LCY) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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