GPZ
Grand Rapids
United States
6,298 km
3,913 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,298 km
3,913 mi / 3,401 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
48°
northeast

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GPZ STN
Airport Name Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field London Stansted Airport
IATA Code GPZ STN
ICAO Code KGPZ EGSS
City Grand Rapids London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 1,356 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 47.210000, -93.510000 51.880000, 0.240000

Grand Rapids (GPZ) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) in Grand Rapids, United States to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 6,298 kilometers (3,913 miles / 3,401 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 05:17 in Grand Rapids, it's 11:17 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,008 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field.

The return flight from London (STN) to Grand Rapids (GPZ) follows a heading of 306° (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 Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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