LHR
London
United Kingdom
12,983 km
8,067 miles
RZA
Santa Cruz
Argentina
Distance
12,983 km
8,067 mi / 7,010 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/London
Heading
222°
southwest

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LHR RZA
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Santa Cruz Airport
IATA Code LHR RZA
ICAO Code EGLL SAWU
City London Santa Cruz
Country United Kingdom Argentina
Timezone Europe/London America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
Elevation 83 ft 364 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -50.020000, -68.580000

London (LHR) to Santa Cruz (RZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) in Santa Cruz, Argentina is 12,983 kilometers (8,067 miles / 7,010 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

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 Argentina. 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 08:28 in London, it's 05:28 in Santa Cruz. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santa Cruz (RZA) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 40° (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 Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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