LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,430 km
5,238 miles
ORP
Orapa Airport
Botswana
Distance
8,430 km
5,238 mi / 4,552 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
156°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW ORP
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Orapa Airport
IATA Code LGW ORP
ICAO Code EGKK FBOR
City London N/A
Country United Kingdom Botswana
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Gaborone
Elevation 202 ft 3,100 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -21.270000, 25.320000

London (LGW) to Orapa Airport (ORP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Orapa Airport (ORP) in Orapa Airport, Botswana is 8,430 kilometers (5,238 miles / 4,552 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, 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 Botswana. 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 03:17 in London, it's 05:17 in Orapa Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,898 feet between the two airports. Orapa Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Orapa Airport (ORP) 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 Orapa Airport (ORP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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