Airport Comparison
London (LGW) to Lerwick (LSI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Sumburgh Airport (LSI) in Lerwick, United Kingdom is 973 kilometers (605 miles / 525 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 05:47 in London, it's 05:47 in Lerwick.
The return flight from Lerwick (LSI) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 175° (south). 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 Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Sumburgh Airport (LSI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.