The flight distance from London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom to Secunda Airport (ZEC) in Secunda, South Africa is 9,163 kilometers (5,694 miles / 4,948 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.

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 United Kingdom with South Africa. 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 22:24 in London, it's 00:24 in Secunda.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,902 feet between the two airports. Secunda 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 Secunda (ZEC) to London (STN) follows a heading of 342° (north northwest). 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 Secunda Airport (ZEC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.