LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,643 km
3,506 miles
RBX
Rumbek
South Sudan
Distance
5,643 km
3,506 mi / 3,047 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
140°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW RBX
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Rumbek Airport
IATA Code LGW RBX
ICAO Code EGKK HSMK
City London Rumbek
Country United Kingdom South Sudan
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Juba
Elevation 202 ft 1,378 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 6.830000, 29.670000

London (LGW) to Rumbek (RBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Rumbek Airport (RBX) in Rumbek, South Sudan is 5,643 kilometers (3,506 miles / 3,047 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

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 South Sudan. 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 08:19 in London, it's 10:19 in Rumbek.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,176 feet between the two airports. Rumbek Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Rumbek (RBX) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 336° (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 Rumbek Airport (RBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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