LHR
London
United Kingdom
9,294 km
5,775 miles
RAO
Ribeirao Preto
Brazil
Distance
9,294 km
5,775 mi / 5,018 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/London
Heading
224°
southwest

Airport Comparison

LHR RAO
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Leite Lopes Airport
IATA Code LHR RAO
ICAO Code EGLL SBRP
City London Ribeirao Preto
Country United Kingdom Brazil
Timezone Europe/London America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 83 ft 1,806 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -21.140000, -47.780000

London (LHR) to Ribeirao Preto (RAO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) in Ribeirao Preto, Brazil is 9,294 kilometers (5,775 miles / 5,018 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.

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 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 22:23 in London, it's 19:23 in Ribeirao Preto. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,723 feet between the two airports. Leite Lopes Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Ribeirao Preto (RAO) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 27° (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 Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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