Distance from LGW to DSM
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Extended route information
The flight distance between airports London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is 6,778.84 km. This corresponds to an approximate flight time of 8h 28min. Similar flight routes: LGW → CID , LGW → OMA , LGW → SUX , LGW → DBQ , LHR → DSM
Bearing: 261.49° (W)The initial bearing on the course from LGW to DSM is 261.49° and the compass direction is W.
Midpoint: 56.7006,-52.27617The geographic midpoint between LGW and DSM is in 3,380.07 km distance between both points in a bearing of 261.49°.
Distance: 6,760.15 kmThe shortest distance (air line) between LGW and DSM is 6,760.15 km.
Driving route: -- ( - )The shortest route between LGW and DSM is according to the route planner. The driving time is approx. . Half of the trip is reached in .
Time difference: -6hThe time difference between LGW (Europe/London) and DSM (America/Chicago) is -6 hours. This means that it is now 02:55 (17.05.2024) in LGW and 20:55 (16.05.2024) in DSM.
How is the distance calculated?
To calculate the distance between LGW and DSM, the place names are converted into coordinates (latitude and longitude). The respective geographic centre is used for cities, regions and countries. To calculate the distance the Haversine formula is applied.