MGH
Margate
South Africa
9,658 km
6,001 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,658 km
6,001 mi / 5,215 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
342°
north northwest

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MGH STN
Airport Name Margate Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code MGH STN
ICAO Code FAMG EGSS
City Margate London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 495 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -30.860000, 30.340000 51.880000, 0.240000

Margate (MGH) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Margate Airport (MGH) in Margate, South Africa to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 9,658 kilometers (6,001 miles / 5,215 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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 South Africa with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:25 in Margate, it's 16:25 in London.

The return flight from London (STN) to Margate (MGH) follows a heading of 154° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Margate Airport (MGH) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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