AHB
Abha
Saudi Arabia
5,252 km
3,263 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,252 km
3,263 mi / 2,836 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
325°
northwest

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AHB STN
Airport Name Abha Regional Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code AHB STN
ICAO Code OEAB EGSS
City Abha London
Country Saudi Arabia United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Europe/London
Elevation 6,858 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 18.240000, 42.660000 51.880000, 0.240000

Abha (AHB) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abha Regional Airport (AHB) in Abha, Saudi Arabia to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 5,252 kilometers (3,263 miles / 2,836 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:13 in Abha, it's 23:13 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,510 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Abha Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (STN) to Abha (AHB) follows a heading of 119° (east 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 Abha Regional Airport (AHB) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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