KIJ
Niigata
Japan
9,323 km
5,793 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,323 km
5,793 mi / 5,034 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
336°
north northwest

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KIJ LHR
Airport Name Niigata Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code KIJ LHR
ICAO Code RJSN EGLL
City Niigata London
Country Japan United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Europe/London
Elevation 29 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 37.960000, 139.120000 51.470000, -0.460000

Niigata (KIJ) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Niigata Airport (KIJ) in Niigata, Japan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 9,323 kilometers (5,793 miles / 5,034 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Japan 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 00:58 in Niigata, it's 15:58 in London. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Niigata (KIJ) follows a heading of 31° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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