ELQ
Gassim Airport
Saudi Arabia
4,606 km
2,862 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
4,606 km
2,862 mi / 2,487 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
320°
northwest

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ELQ STN
Airport Name Gassim Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code ELQ STN
ICAO Code OEGS EGSS
City N/A London
Country Saudi Arabia United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Europe/London
Elevation 2,126 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 26.300000, 43.770000 51.880000, 0.240000

Gassim Airport (ELQ) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gassim Airport (ELQ) in Gassim Airport, Saudi Arabia to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 4,606 kilometers (2,862 miles / 2,487 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:10 in Gassim Airport, it's 17:10 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 1,778 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Gassim Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Gassim Airport (ELQ) follows a heading of 111° (east 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 Gassim Airport (ELQ) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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