LHR
London
United Kingdom
3,046 km
1,893 miles
LYR
Longyearbyen
Norway
Distance
3,046 km
1,893 mi / 1,645 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
north

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LHR LYR
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Svalbard Airport Longyear
IATA Code LHR LYR
ICAO Code EGLL ENSB
City London Longyearbyen
Country United Kingdom Norway
Timezone Europe/London Arctic/Longyearbyen
Elevation 83 ft 88 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 78.250000, 15.470000

London (LHR) to Longyearbyen (LYR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) in Longyearbyen, Norway is 3,046 kilometers (1,893 miles / 1,645 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 United Kingdom with Norway. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:53 in London, it's 19:53 in Longyearbyen.

The return flight from Longyearbyen (LYR) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 202° (south southwest). 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 Svalbard Airport Longyear (LYR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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