HEA
Herat Airport
Afghanistan
5,277 km
3,279 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,277 km
3,279 mi / 2,849 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
311°
northwest

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HEA LHR
Airport Name Herat Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code HEA LHR
ICAO Code OAHR EGLL
City N/A London
Country Afghanistan United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Kabul Europe/London
Elevation 3,206 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 34.210000, 62.230000 51.470000, -0.460000

Herat Airport (HEA) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Herat Airport (HEA) in Herat Airport, Afghanistan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 5,277 kilometers (3,279 miles / 2,849 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 Afghanistan 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 17:28 in Herat Airport, it's 12:58 in London. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,123 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Herat Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Herat Airport (HEA) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Herat Airport (HEA) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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