SOK
Semonkong
Lesotho
9,484 km
5,893 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,484 km
5,893 mi / 5,121 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Maseru
Heading
343°
north northwest

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SOK STN
Airport Name Semonkong Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code SOK STN
ICAO Code FXSM EGSS
City Semonkong London
Country Lesotho United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Maseru Europe/London
Elevation 7,200 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -29.840000, 28.060000 51.880000, 0.240000

Semonkong (SOK) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Semonkong Airport (SOK) in Semonkong, Lesotho to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 9,484 kilometers (5,893 miles / 5,121 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 Lesotho 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 14:03 in Semonkong, it's 12:03 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,852 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Semonkong Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (STN) to Semonkong (SOK) 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 Semonkong Airport (SOK) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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