LHR
London
United Kingdom
5,721 km
3,555 miles
TMS
Sao Tome
São Tomé and Príncipe
Distance
5,721 km
3,555 mi / 3,089 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
171°
south

Airport Comparison

LHR TMS
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Sao Tome International Airport
IATA Code LHR TMS
ICAO Code EGLL FPST
City London Sao Tome
Country United Kingdom São Tomé and Príncipe
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Sao_Tome
Elevation 83 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 0.380000, 6.710000

London (LHR) to Sao Tome (TMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 5,721 kilometers (3,555 miles / 3,089 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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 São Tomé and Príncipe. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:30 in London, it's 10:30 in Sao Tome.

The return flight from Sao Tome (TMS) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 354° (north). 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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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