LHR
London
United Kingdom
3,943 km
2,450 miles
THU
Thule
Greenland
Distance
3,943 km
2,450 mi / 2,129 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Europe/London
Heading
338°
north northwest

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LHR THU
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Thule Air Base
IATA Code LHR THU
ICAO Code EGLL BGTL
City London Thule
Country United Kingdom Greenland
Timezone Europe/London America/Thule
Elevation 83 ft 251 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 76.530000, -68.700000

London (LHR) to Thule (THU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland is 3,943 kilometers (2,450 miles / 2,129 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Greenland. 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 11:39 in London, it's 07:39 in Thule. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Thule (THU) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 94° (east). 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 Thule Air Base (THU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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