BLZ
Blantyre
Malawi
8,227 km
5,112 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,227 km
5,112 mi / 4,442 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Blantyre
Heading
339°
north northwest

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BLZ STN
Airport Name Chileka International Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code BLZ STN
ICAO Code FWCL EGSS
City Blantyre London
Country Malawi United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Blantyre Europe/London
Elevation 2,555 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -15.680000, 34.970000 51.880000, 0.240000

Blantyre (BLZ) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre, Malawi to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 8,227 kilometers (5,112 miles / 4,442 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 Malawi 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 16:53 in Blantyre, it's 14:53 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,207 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Chileka International Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Blantyre (BLZ) follows a heading of 145° (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 Chileka International Airport (BLZ) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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