LHR
London
United Kingdom
8,578 km
5,330 miles
TAM
Tampico
Mexico
Distance
8,578 km
5,330 mi / 4,632 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
290°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LHR TAM
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport
IATA Code LHR TAM
ICAO Code EGLL MMTM
City London Tampico
Country United Kingdom Mexico
Timezone Europe/London America/Mexico_City
Elevation 83 ft 80 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 22.300000, -97.870000

London (LHR) to Tampico (TAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) in Tampico, Mexico is 8,578 kilometers (5,330 miles / 4,632 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.

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 Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:16 in London, it's 14:16 in Tampico. With a 6-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 Tampico (TAM) 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 General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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