SBU
Springbok
South Africa
9,233 km
5,737 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,233 km
5,737 mi / 4,986 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
349°
north

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SBU STN
Airport Name Springbok Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code SBU STN
ICAO Code FASB EGSS
City Springbok London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 2,690 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -29.690000, 17.940000 51.880000, 0.240000

Springbok (SBU) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Springbok Airport (SBU) in Springbok, South Africa to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 9,233 kilometers (5,737 miles / 4,986 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 349°.

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 09:35 in Springbok, it's 07:35 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,342 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Springbok Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Springbok (SBU) follows a heading of 165° (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 Springbok Airport (SBU) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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