LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,334 km
5,178 miles
SWP
Swakopmund
Namibia
Distance
8,334 km
5,178 mi / 4,500 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
166°
south southeast

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LGW SWP
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Swakopmund Airport
IATA Code LGW SWP
ICAO Code EGKK FYSM
City London Swakopmund
Country United Kingdom Namibia
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Windhoek
Elevation 202 ft 207 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 -22.660000, 14.570000

London (LGW) to Swakopmund (SWP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Swakopmund Airport (SWP) in Swakopmund, Namibia is 8,334 kilometers (5,178 miles / 4,500 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

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 Namibia. 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 06:47 in London, it's 08:47 in Swakopmund.

The return flight from Swakopmund (SWP) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 350° (north). 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 Swakopmund Airport (SWP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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