LHR
London
United Kingdom
7,921 km
4,922 miles
SMR
Santa Marta
Colombia
Distance
7,921 km
4,922 mi / 4,277 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
264°
west

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LHR SMR
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Simon Bolivar International Airport
IATA Code LHR SMR
ICAO Code EGLL SKSM
City London Santa Marta
Country United Kingdom Colombia
Timezone Europe/London America/Bogota
Elevation 83 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 11.120000, -74.230000

London (LHR) to Santa Marta (SMR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta, Colombia is 7,921 kilometers (4,922 miles / 4,277 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

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 Colombia. 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 21:25 in London, it's 16:25 in Santa Marta. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santa Marta (SMR) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 39° (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 Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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