LHR
London
United Kingdom
8,794 km
5,464 miles
SYM
Simao
China
Distance
8,794 km
5,464 mi / 4,748 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
67°
east northeast

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LHR SYM
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Simao Airport
IATA Code LHR SYM
ICAO Code EGLL ZPSM
City London Simao
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 83 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 22.790000, 100.960000

London (LHR) to Simao (SYM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Simao Airport (SYM) in Simao, China is 8,794 kilometers (5,464 miles / 4,748 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 China. 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 10:08 in London, it's 18:08 in Simao. 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.

The return flight from Simao (SYM) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 322° (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 Simao Airport (SYM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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