LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,008 km
4,976 miles
MPA
Mpacha
Namibia
Distance
8,008 km
4,976 mi / 4,324 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
156°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW MPA
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Katima Mulilo Airport
IATA Code LGW MPA
ICAO Code EGKK FYKM
City London Mpacha
Country United Kingdom Namibia
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Windhoek
Elevation 202 ft 3,144 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -17.630000, 24.180000

London (LGW) to Mpacha (MPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Katima Mulilo Airport (MPA) in Mpacha, Namibia is 8,008 kilometers (4,976 miles / 4,324 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 Namibia. 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 07:42 in London, it's 09:42 in Mpacha.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,942 feet between the two airports. Katima Mulilo Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Mpacha (MPA) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 344° (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 Katima Mulilo Airport (MPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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