Airport Comparison
London (LGW) to Lerwick (LWK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) in Lerwick, United Kingdom is 1,007 kilometers (626 miles / 544 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 357°.
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 09:39 in London, it's 09:39 in Lerwick.
The return flight from Lerwick (LWK) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 176° (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 Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.