STN
London
United Kingdom
8,437 km
5,243 miles
WDH
Windhoek
Namibia
Distance
8,437 km
5,243 mi / 4,556 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
164°
south southeast

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STN WDH
Airport Name London Stansted Airport Hosea Kutako International Airport
IATA Code STN WDH
ICAO Code EGSS FYWH
City London Windhoek
Country United Kingdom Namibia
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Windhoek
Elevation 348 ft 5,640 ft
Coordinates 51.880000, 0.240000 -22.480000, 17.470000

London (STN) to Windhoek (WDH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom to Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) in Windhoek, Namibia is 8,437 kilometers (5,243 miles / 4,556 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 164°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:10 in London, it's 20:10 in Windhoek.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,292 feet between the two airports. Hosea Kutako International Airport sits higher than London Stansted Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Windhoek (WDH) to London (STN) follows a heading of 349° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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