LHR
London
United Kingdom
5,212 km
3,239 miles
SKD
Samarkand
Uzbekistan
Distance
5,212 km
3,239 mi / 2,814 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/London
Heading
77°
east northeast

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LHR SKD
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Samarkand Airport
IATA Code LHR SKD
ICAO Code EGLL UTSS
City London Samarkand
Country United Kingdom Uzbekistan
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Samarkand
Elevation 83 ft 2,224 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 39.700000, 66.980000

London (LHR) to Samarkand (SKD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Samarkand Airport (SKD) in Samarkand, Uzbekistan is 5,212 kilometers (3,239 miles / 2,814 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 Uzbekistan. 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 16:26 in London, it's 21:26 in Samarkand. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,141 feet between the two airports. Samarkand Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Samarkand (SKD) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 308° (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 Samarkand Airport (SKD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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