LGW
London
United Kingdom
754 km
469 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
754 km
469 mi / 407 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
120°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW ZRH
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code LGW ZRH
ICAO Code EGKK LSZH
City London Zurich
Country United Kingdom Switzerland
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Zurich
Elevation 202 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 47.460000, 8.550000

London (LGW) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 754 kilometers (469 miles / 407 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:38 in London, it's 10:38 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,214 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 306° (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 Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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