LHR
London
United Kingdom
5,262 km
3,269 miles
NKS
Nkongsamba
Cameroon
Distance
5,262 km
3,269 mi / 2,841 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
166°
south southeast

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LHR NKS
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Nkongsamba Airport
IATA Code LHR NKS
ICAO Code EGLL FKAN
City London Nkongsamba
Country United Kingdom Cameroon
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Douala
Elevation 83 ft 2,641 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 4.950000, 9.930000

London (LHR) to Nkongsamba (NKS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Nkongsamba Airport (NKS) in Nkongsamba, Cameroon is 5,262 kilometers (3,269 miles / 2,841 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

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 Cameroon. 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 18:12 in London, it's 19:12 in Nkongsamba.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,558 feet between the two airports. Nkongsamba Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Nkongsamba (NKS) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 351° (north). 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 Nkongsamba Airport (NKS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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