LGW
London
United Kingdom
4,008 km
2,490 miles
NAQ
Qaanaaq
Greenland
Distance
4,008 km
2,490 mi / 2,164 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Europe/London
Heading
340°
north northwest

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LGW NAQ
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Qaanaaq Airport
IATA Code LGW NAQ
ICAO Code EGKK BGQQ
City London Qaanaaq
Country United Kingdom Greenland
Timezone Europe/London America/Thule
Elevation 202 ft 51 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 77.490000, -69.390000

London (LGW) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland is 4,008 kilometers (2,490 miles / 2,164 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 Greenland. 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 01:59 in London, it's 21:59 in Qaanaaq. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Qaanaaq (NAQ) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 95° (east). 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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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