COU
Columbia
United States
6,872 km
4,270 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,872 km
4,270 mi / 3,711 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
44°
northeast

Airport Comparison

COU STN
Airport Name Columbia Regional Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code COU STN
ICAO Code KCOU EGSS
City Columbia London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 889 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 38.820000, -92.220000 51.880000, 0.240000

Columbia (COU) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) in Columbia, United States to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 6,872 kilometers (4,270 miles / 3,711 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:55 in Columbia, it's 23:55 in London. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from London (STN) to Columbia (COU) follows a heading of 298° (west 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 Columbia Regional Airport (COU) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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