LGW
London
United Kingdom
3,854 km
2,395 miles
SCO
Aktau
Kazakhstan
Distance
3,854 km
2,395 mi / 2,081 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/London
Heading
82°
east

Airport Comparison

LGW SCO
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Aktau International Airport
IATA Code LGW SCO
ICAO Code EGKK UATE
City London Aktau
Country United Kingdom Kazakhstan
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Oral
Elevation 202 ft 75 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 43.860000, 51.090000

London (LGW) to Aktau (SCO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Aktau International Airport (SCO) in Aktau, Kazakhstan is 3,854 kilometers (2,395 miles / 2,081 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Kazakhstan. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:37 in London, it's 12:37 in Aktau. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Aktau (SCO) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 301° (west 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 Aktau International Airport (SCO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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