GWE
Gweru
Zimbabwe
8,436 km
5,242 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,436 km
5,242 mi / 4,555 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Harare
Heading
342°
north northwest

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GWE STN
Airport Name Thornhill Air Base London Stansted Airport
IATA Code GWE STN
ICAO Code FVTL EGSS
City Gweru London
Country Zimbabwe United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Harare Europe/London
Elevation 4,680 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -19.440000, 29.860000 51.880000, 0.240000

Gweru (GWE) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Thornhill Air Base (GWE) in Gweru, Zimbabwe to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 8,436 kilometers (5,242 miles / 4,555 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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 Zimbabwe 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 21:08 in Gweru, it's 19:08 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,332 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Thornhill Air Base.

The return flight from London (STN) to Gweru (GWE) follows a heading of 151° (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 Thornhill Air Base (GWE) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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