LGW
London
United Kingdom
7,799 km
4,846 miles
NCH
Nachingwea
Tanzania
Distance
7,799 km
4,846 mi / 4,211 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
139°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW NCH
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Nachingwea Airport
IATA Code LGW NCH
ICAO Code EGKK HTNA
City London Nachingwea
Country United Kingdom Tanzania
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 202 ft 1,400 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -10.360000, 38.780000

London (LGW) to Nachingwea (NCH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Nachingwea Airport (NCH) in Nachingwea, Tanzania is 7,799 kilometers (4,846 miles / 4,211 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.

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 Tanzania. 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 19:53 in London, it's 22:53 in Nachingwea. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,198 feet between the two airports. Nachingwea Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Nachingwea (NCH) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 335° (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 Nachingwea Airport (NCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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