RKS
Rock Springs
United States
7,596 km
4,720 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,596 km
4,720 mi / 4,102 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Denver
Heading
39°
northeast

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RKS STN
Airport Name Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code RKS STN
ICAO Code KRKS EGSS
City Rock Springs London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Denver Europe/London
Elevation 6,765 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 41.590000, -109.070000 51.880000, 0.240000

Rock Springs (RKS) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 7,596 kilometers (4,720 miles / 4,102 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:42 in Rock Springs, it's 18:42 in London. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,417 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (STN) to Rock Springs (RKS) follows a heading of 311° (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 Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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