LGW
London
United Kingdom
4,535 km
2,818 miles
RAI
Praia
Cape Verde
Distance
4,535 km
2,818 mi / 2,448 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/London
Heading
216°
southwest

Airport Comparison

LGW RAI
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Praia International Airport
IATA Code LGW RAI
ICAO Code EGKK GVNP
City London Praia
Country United Kingdom Cape Verde
Timezone Europe/London Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Elevation 202 ft 230 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 14.920000, -23.490000

London (LGW) to Praia (RAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Praia International Airport (RAI) in Praia, Cape Verde is 4,535 kilometers (2,818 miles / 2,448 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 216°.

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 Cape Verde. 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 09:51 in London, it's 08:51 in Praia.

The return flight from Praia (RAI) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 22° (north 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 Praia International Airport (RAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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