SHL
Shillong
India
7,904 km
4,911 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,904 km
4,911 mi / 4,268 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
319°
northwest

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SHL STN
Airport Name Shillong Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code SHL STN
ICAO Code VEBI EGSS
City Shillong London
Country India United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Europe/London
Elevation 2,910 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 25.700000, 91.980000 51.880000, 0.240000

Shillong (SHL) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shillong Airport (SHL) in Shillong, India to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 7,904 kilometers (4,911 miles / 4,268 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:14 in Shillong, it's 16:44 in London. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,562 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Shillong Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Shillong (SHL) follows a heading of 72° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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