The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM) in Morelia, Mexico is 9,026 kilometers (5,608 miles / 4,874 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:40 in London, it's 21:40 in Morelia. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,831 feet between the two airports. General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Morelia (MLM) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 39° (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 Gatwick Airport (LGW) and General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.