HDS
Hoedspruit
South Africa
8,995 km
5,589 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,995 km
5,589 mi / 4,857 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
341°
north northwest

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HDS STN
Airport Name Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code HDS STN
ICAO Code FAHS EGSS
City Hoedspruit London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 1,743 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -24.370000, 31.050000 51.880000, 0.240000

Hoedspruit (HDS) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 8,995 kilometers (5,589 miles / 4,857 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 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 16:53 in Hoedspruit, it's 14:53 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,395 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Hoedspruit (HDS) follows a heading of 152° (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 Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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