LAU
Lamu
Kenya
7,130 km
4,431 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,130 km
4,431 mi / 3,850 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
333°
north northwest

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LAU LHR
Airport Name Manda Airstrip London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code LAU LHR
ICAO Code HKLU EGLL
City Lamu London
Country Kenya United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Europe/London
Elevation 20 ft 83 ft
Coordinates -2.250000, 40.910000 51.470000, -0.460000

Lamu (LAU) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manda Airstrip (LAU) in Lamu, Kenya to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 7,130 kilometers (4,431 miles / 3,850 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Kenya 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 21:49 in Lamu, it's 18:49 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Lamu (LAU) follows a heading of 133° (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 Manda Airstrip (LAU) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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