The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (ULD) in Ulundi, South Africa is 9,404 kilometers (5,844 miles / 5,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with South Africa. 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 15:10 in London, it's 17:10 in Ulundi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,637 feet between the two airports. Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Ulundi (ULD) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 341° (north 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 Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (ULD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.