LHR
London
United Kingdom
5,608 km
3,484 miles
LIE
Libenge
DR Congo
Distance
5,608 km
3,484 mi / 3,028 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
155°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

LHR LIE
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Libenge Airport
IATA Code LHR LIE
ICAO Code EGLL FZFA
City London Libenge
Country United Kingdom DR Congo
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 83 ft 1,125 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 3.630000, 18.630000

London (LHR) to Libenge (LIE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Libenge Airport (LIE) in Libenge, DR Congo is 5,608 kilometers (3,484 miles / 3,028 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

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 United Kingdom with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:39 in London, it's 22:39 in Libenge.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,042 feet between the two airports. Libenge Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Libenge (LIE) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 345° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Libenge Airport (LIE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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