The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 9,187 kilometers (5,708 miles / 4,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 South Africa. 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 06:45 in London, it's 08:45 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,197 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.