LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,898 km
4,908 miles
LUN
Lusaka
Zambia
Distance
7,898 km
4,908 mi / 4,265 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
151°
south southeast

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LGW LUN
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
IATA Code LGW LUN
ICAO Code EGKK FLKK
City London Lusaka
Country United Kingdom Zambia
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 202 ft 3,779 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -15.330000, 28.450000

London (LGW) to Lusaka (LUN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) in Lusaka, Zambia is 7,898 kilometers (4,908 miles / 4,265 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 151°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:51 in London, it's 11:51 in Lusaka.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,577 feet between the two airports. Kenneth Kaunda International Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Lusaka (LUN) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 341° (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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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