The flight distance from London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom to Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) in Zhongwei, China is 7,704 kilometers (4,787 miles / 4,160 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:41 in London, it's 03:41 in Zhongwei. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,854 feet between the two airports. Zhongwei Shapotou 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 Zhongwei (ZHY) to London (STN) follows a heading of 320° (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 Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.