LGW
London
United Kingdom
6,473 km
4,022 miles
SXJ
Shanshan
China
Distance
6,473 km
4,022 mi / 3,495 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
59°
east northeast

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LGW SXJ
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Shanshan Airport
IATA Code LGW SXJ
ICAO Code EGKK ZWSS
City London Shanshan
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 202 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 42.910000, 90.250000

London (LGW) to Shanshan (SXJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Shanshan Airport (SXJ) in Shanshan, China is 6,473 kilometers (4,022 miles / 3,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 China. 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 06:44 in London, it's 14:44 in Shanshan. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Shanshan (SXJ) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 312° (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 Shanshan Airport (SXJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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