KSY
Kars
Turkey
3,516 km
2,185 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
3,516 km
2,185 mi / 1,899 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
305°
northwest

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KSY LHR
Airport Name Kars Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code KSY LHR
ICAO Code LTCF EGLL
City Kars London
Country Turkey United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/London
Elevation 5,889 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 40.560000, 43.120000 51.470000, -0.460000

Kars (KSY) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kars Airport (KSY) in Kars, Turkey to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 3,516 kilometers (2,185 miles / 1,899 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Turkey 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 22:17 in Kars, it's 19:17 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,806 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Kars Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Kars (KSY) follows a heading of 93° (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 Kars Airport (KSY) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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