HEA
Herat Airport
Afghanistan
5,226 km
3,247 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,226 km
3,247 mi / 2,822 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
312°
northwest

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HEA STN
Airport Name Herat Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code HEA STN
ICAO Code OAHR EGSS
City N/A London
Country Afghanistan United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Kabul Europe/London
Elevation 3,206 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 34.210000, 62.230000 51.880000, 0.240000

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

The flight distance from Herat Airport (HEA) in Herat Airport, Afghanistan to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 5,226 kilometers (3,247 miles / 2,822 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 14:23 in Herat Airport, it's 09:53 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 2,858 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Herat Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Herat Airport (HEA) follows a heading of 87° (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 Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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