DEC
Decatur
United States
6,588 km
4,094 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,588 km
4,094 mi / 3,558 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
46°
northeast

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DEC STN
Airport Name Decatur Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code DEC STN
ICAO Code KDEC EGSS
City Decatur London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 682 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 39.830000, -88.870000 51.880000, 0.240000

Decatur (DEC) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Decatur Airport (DEC) in Decatur, United States to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 6,588 kilometers (4,094 miles / 3,558 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 10:55 in Decatur, it's 16:55 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 Decatur (DEC) follows a heading of 297° (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 Decatur Airport (DEC) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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