JAA
Jalalabad Airport
Afghanistan
5,831 km
3,623 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,831 km
3,623 mi / 3,148 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
312°
northwest

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JAA LHR
Airport Name Jalalabad Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code JAA LHR
ICAO Code OAJL EGLL
City N/A London
Country Afghanistan United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Kabul Europe/London
Elevation 1,814 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 34.400000, 70.500000 51.470000, -0.460000

Jalalabad Airport (JAA) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jalalabad Airport (JAA) in Jalalabad Airport, Afghanistan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 5,831 kilometers (3,623 miles / 3,148 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, 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 16:39 in Jalalabad Airport, it's 12:09 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 1,731 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Jalalabad Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Jalalabad Airport (JAA) follows a heading of 80° (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 Jalalabad Airport (JAA) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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