LGW
London
United Kingdom
8,170 km
5,077 miles
TYN
Taiyuan
China
Distance
8,170 km
5,077 mi / 4,411 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
49°
northeast

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LGW TYN
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Taiyuan Wusu Airport
IATA Code LGW TYN
ICAO Code EGKK ZBYN
City London Taiyuan
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 202 ft 2,575 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 37.750000, 112.630000

London (LGW) to Taiyuan (TYN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Taiyuan Wusu Airport (TYN) in Taiyuan, China is 8,170 kilometers (5,077 miles / 4,411 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 21:29 in London, it's 05:29 in Taiyuan. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,373 feet between the two airports. Taiyuan Wusu Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Taiyuan (TYN) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 323° (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 Taiyuan Wusu Airport (TYN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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