AXU
Axum Airport
Ethiopia
5,410 km
3,362 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,410 km
3,362 mi / 2,921 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
329°
north northwest

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AXU STN
Airport Name Axum Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code AXU STN
ICAO Code HAAX EGSS
City N/A London
Country Ethiopia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Europe/London
Elevation 6,959 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 14.150000, 38.770000 51.880000, 0.240000

Axum Airport (AXU) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Axum Airport (AXU) in Axum Airport, Ethiopia to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 5,410 kilometers (3,362 miles / 2,921 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 Ethiopia with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:29 in Axum Airport, it's 19:29 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,611 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Axum Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (STN) to Axum Airport (AXU) follows a heading of 126° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Axum Airport (AXU) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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