LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,668 km
5,386 miles
TRR
Trincomalee
Sri Lanka
Distance
8,668 km
5,386 mi / 4,680 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.5h
Europe/London
Heading
91°
east

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LGW TRR
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport China-Bay Airport
IATA Code LGW TRR
ICAO Code EGKK VCCT
City London Trincomalee
Country United Kingdom Sri Lanka
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Colombo
Elevation 202 ft 6 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 8.540000, 81.180000

London (LGW) to Trincomalee (TRR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to China-Bay Airport (TRR) in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka is 8,668 kilometers (5,386 miles / 4,680 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

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 Sri Lanka. 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 13:07 in Trincomalee. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Trincomalee (TRR) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 321° (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 China-Bay Airport (TRR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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