SJQ
Sesheke
Zambia
8,057 km
5,007 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,057 km
5,007 mi / 4,351 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
345°
north northwest

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SJQ STN
Airport Name Sesheke Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code SJQ STN
ICAO Code FLSS EGSS
City Sesheke London
Country Zambia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/London
Elevation 3,100 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -17.480000, 24.300000 51.880000, 0.240000

Sesheke (SJQ) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sesheke Airport (SJQ) in Sesheke, Zambia to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 8,057 kilometers (5,007 miles / 4,351 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Zambia 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 21:24 in Sesheke, it's 19:24 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,752 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Sesheke Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Sesheke (SJQ) follows a heading of 156° (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 Sesheke Airport (SJQ) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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