KMH
Kuruman
South Africa
9,082 km
5,643 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,082 km
5,643 mi / 4,904 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
345°
north northwest

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KMH LHR
Airport Name Johan Pienaar Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code KMH LHR
ICAO Code FAKU EGLL
City Kuruman London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 4,382 ft 83 ft
Coordinates -27.460000, 23.410000 51.470000, -0.460000

Kuruman (KMH) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Johan Pienaar Airport (KMH) in Kuruman, South Africa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 9,082 kilometers (5,643 miles / 4,904 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 18:51 in Kuruman, it's 16:51 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,299 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Johan Pienaar Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Kuruman (KMH) 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 Johan Pienaar Airport (KMH) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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