LHR
London
United Kingdom
4,149 km
2,578 miles
SDG
Sanandaj Airport
Iran
Distance
4,149 km
2,578 mi / 2,240 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/London
Heading
97°
east

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LHR SDG
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Sanandaj Airport
IATA Code LHR SDG
ICAO Code EGLL OICS
City London N/A
Country United Kingdom Iran
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Tehran
Elevation 83 ft 4,522 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 35.250000, 47.010000

London (LHR) to Sanandaj Airport (SDG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Sanandaj Airport (SDG) in Sanandaj Airport, Iran is 4,149 kilometers (2,578 miles / 2,240 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 Iran. 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 17:32 in London, it's 21:02 in Sanandaj Airport. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,439 feet between the two airports. Sanandaj Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Sanandaj Airport (SDG) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 311° (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 Sanandaj Airport (SDG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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