LHR
London
United Kingdom
9,305 km
5,782 miles
PRK
Prieska
South Africa
Distance
9,305 km
5,782 mi / 5,025 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
160°
south southeast

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LHR PRK
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Prieska Airport
IATA Code LHR PRK
ICAO Code EGLL FAPK
City London Prieska
Country United Kingdom South Africa
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 83 ft 3,100 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -29.680000, 22.770000

London (LHR) to Prieska (PRK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Prieska Airport (PRK) in Prieska, South Africa is 9,305 kilometers (5,782 miles / 5,025 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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 South Africa. 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 10:28 in London, it's 12:28 in Prieska.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,017 feet between the two airports. Prieska Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Prieska (PRK) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 346° (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 Prieska Airport (PRK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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