SIA
Xi'an
China
8,204 km
5,097 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,204 km
5,097 mi / 4,430 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
323°
northwest

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SIA STN
Airport Name Xiguan Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code SIA STN
ICAO Code ZLSN EGSS
City Xi'an London
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 0 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 34.380000, 109.120000 51.880000, 0.240000

Xi'an (SIA) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Xiguan Airport (SIA) in Xi'an, China to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 8,204 kilometers (5,097 miles / 4,430 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 China 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 23:59 in Xi'an, it's 15:59 in London. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from London (STN) to Xi'an (SIA) follows a heading of 54° (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 Xiguan Airport (SIA) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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