MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
7,378 km
4,585 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,378 km
4,585 mi / 3,984 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
340°
north northwest

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MMQ STN
Airport Name Mbala Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code MMQ STN
ICAO Code FLBA EGSS
City Mbala London
Country Zambia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/London
Elevation 5,454 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -8.860000, 31.340000 51.880000, 0.240000

Mbala (MMQ) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 7,378 kilometers (4,585 miles / 3,984 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 Zambia 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 14:23 in Mbala, it's 12:23 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,106 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Mbala Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (STN) to Mbala (MMQ) follows a heading of 146° (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 Mbala Airport (MMQ) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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