LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,441 km
5,245 miles
PLP
La Palma
Panama
Distance
8,441 km
5,245 mi / 4,558 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
266°
west

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LGW PLP
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport
IATA Code LGW PLP
ICAO Code EGKK MPLP
City London La Palma
Country United Kingdom Panama
Timezone Europe/London America/Panama
Elevation 202 ft 30 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 8.410000, -78.140000

London (LGW) to La Palma (PLP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport (PLP) in La Palma, Panama is 8,441 kilometers (5,245 miles / 4,558 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 266°.

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 Panama. 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 06:37 in London, it's 01:37 in La Palma. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from La Palma (PLP) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 39° (northeast). 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 Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport (PLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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