LHR
London
United Kingdom
9,213 km
5,725 miles
MTS
Manzini
Eswatini
Distance
9,213 km
5,725 mi / 4,975 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
152°
south southeast

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LHR MTS
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Matsapha Airport
IATA Code LHR MTS
ICAO Code EGLL FDMS
City London Manzini
Country United Kingdom Eswatini
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Mbabane
Elevation 83 ft 2,075 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -26.530000, 31.310000

London (LHR) to Manzini (MTS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Matsapha Airport (MTS) in Manzini, Eswatini is 9,213 kilometers (5,725 miles / 4,975 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

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 United Kingdom with Eswatini. 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 01:53 in London, it's 03:53 in Manzini.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,992 feet between the two airports. Matsapha Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Manzini (MTS) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 341° (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 Matsapha Airport (MTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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