LHR
London
United Kingdom
11,300 km
7,021 miles
RNU
Ranau
Malaysia
Distance
11,300 km
7,021 mi / 6,101 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
65°
east northeast

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LHR RNU
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Ranau Airport
IATA Code LHR RNU
ICAO Code EGLL WBKR
City London Ranau
Country United Kingdom Malaysia
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kuching
Elevation 83 ft 1,800 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 5.950000, 116.670000

London (LHR) to Ranau (RNU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Ranau Airport (RNU) in Ranau, Malaysia is 11,300 kilometers (7,021 miles / 6,101 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:50 in London, it's 05:50 in Ranau. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,717 feet between the two airports. Ranau Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Ranau (RNU) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 326° (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 Ranau Airport (RNU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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