GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
9,076 km
5,640 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,076 km
5,640 mi / 4,901 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
343°
north northwest

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GCJ STN
Airport Name Grand Central Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code GCJ STN
ICAO Code FAGC EGSS
City Midrand London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 5,325 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 51.880000, 0.240000

Midrand (GCJ) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 9,076 kilometers (5,640 miles / 4,901 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Africa 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 10:51 in Midrand, it's 08:51 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,977 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Grand Central Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (STN) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 155° (south 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 Grand Central Airport (GCJ) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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