LGW
London
United Kingdom
9,733 km
6,048 miles
MZY
Mossel Bay
South Africa
Distance
9,733 km
6,048 mi / 5,255 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
162°
south southeast

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LGW MZY
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Mossel Bay Airport
IATA Code LGW MZY
ICAO Code EGKK FAMO
City London Mossel Bay
Country United Kingdom South Africa
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 202 ft 531 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -34.160000, 22.060000

London (LGW) to Mossel Bay (MZY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Mossel Bay Airport (MZY) in Mossel Bay, South Africa is 9,733 kilometers (6,048 miles / 5,255 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 162°.

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 South Africa. 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 06:08 in London, it's 08:08 in Mossel Bay.

The return flight from Mossel Bay (MZY) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 346° (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 Mossel Bay Airport (MZY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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