PTG
Potgietersrus
South Africa
8,889 km
5,523 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,889 km
5,523 mi / 4,800 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
342°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

PTG STN
Airport Name Polokwane International Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code PTG STN
ICAO Code FAPP EGSS
City Potgietersrus London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 4,076 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -23.850000, 29.460000 51.880000, 0.240000

Potgietersrus (PTG) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Polokwane International Airport (PTG) in Potgietersrus, South Africa to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 8,889 kilometers (5,523 miles / 4,800 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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 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 19:48 in Potgietersrus, it's 17:48 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,728 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Polokwane International Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Potgietersrus (PTG) follows a heading of 153° (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 Polokwane International Airport (PTG) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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