The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Placido de Castro Airport (RBR) in Rio Branco, Brazil is 9,361 kilometers (5,816 miles / 5,054 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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 17:32 in London, it's 12:32 in Rio Branco. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Rio Branco (RBR) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 35° (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 Placido de Castro Airport (RBR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.