KIM
Kimberley
South Africa
9,261 km
5,754 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,261 km
5,754 mi / 5,000 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
344°
north northwest

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KIM LHR
Airport Name Kimberley Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code KIM LHR
ICAO Code FAKM EGLL
City Kimberley London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 3,950 ft 83 ft
Coordinates -28.800000, 24.770000 51.470000, -0.460000

Kimberley (KIM) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kimberley Airport (KIM) in Kimberley, South Africa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 9,261 kilometers (5,754 miles / 5,000 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 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 02:12 in Kimberley, it's 00:12 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,867 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Kimberley Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Kimberley (KIM) follows a heading of 158° (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 Kimberley Airport (KIM) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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