Airport Comparison
| LGW | VAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | London Gatwick Airport | Capitan Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo Airport |
| IATA Code | LGW | VAH |
| ICAO Code | EGKK | SLVG |
| City | London | Vallegrande |
| Country | United Kingdom | Bolivia |
| Timezone | Europe/London | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 202 ft | 6,551 ft |
| Coordinates | 51.150000, -0.190000 | -18.480000, -64.100000 |
London (LGW) to Vallegrande (VAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Capitan Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo Airport (VAH) in Vallegrande, Bolivia is 9,913 kilometers (6,160 miles / 5,353 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:27 in London, it's 07:27 in Vallegrande. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,349 feet between the two airports. Capitan Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Vallegrande (VAH) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 34° (northeast). 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 Capitan Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo Airport (VAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.