LHR
London
United Kingdom
7,198 km
4,473 miles
QBX
Sobral
Brazil
Distance
7,198 km
4,473 mi / 3,887 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/London
Heading
225°
southwest

Airport Comparison

LHR QBX
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Sobral Airport
IATA Code LHR QBX
ICAO Code EGLL SNOB
City London Sobral
Country United Kingdom Brazil
Timezone Europe/London America/Fortaleza
Elevation 83 ft 210 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -3.680000, -40.340000

London (LHR) to Sobral (QBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Sobral Airport (QBX) in Sobral, Brazil is 7,198 kilometers (4,473 miles / 3,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:02 in London, it's 17:02 in Sobral. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sobral (QBX) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 26° (north northeast). 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 Sobral Airport (QBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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