KIM
Kimberley
South Africa
9,285 km
5,770 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,285 km
5,770 mi / 5,014 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
345°
north northwest

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KIM STN
Airport Name Kimberley Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code KIM STN
ICAO Code FAKM EGSS
City Kimberley London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 3,950 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -28.800000, 24.770000 51.880000, 0.240000

Kimberley (KIM) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kimberley Airport (KIM) in Kimberley, South Africa to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 9,285 kilometers (5,770 miles / 5,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 11:37 in Kimberley, it's 09:37 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,602 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Kimberley Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Kimberley (KIM) follows a heading of 159° (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 Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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