ANK
Ankara
Turkey
2,842 km
1,766 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
2,842 km
1,766 mi / 1,535 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
308°
northwest

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ANK LHR
Airport Name Etimesgut Air Base London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code ANK LHR
ICAO Code LTAD EGLL
City Ankara London
Country Turkey United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/London
Elevation 2,653 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 39.950000, 32.690000 51.470000, -0.460000

Ankara (ANK) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Etimesgut Air Base (ANK) in Ankara, Turkey to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 2,842 kilometers (1,766 miles / 1,535 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Turkey 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 00:45 in Ankara, it's 21:45 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 2,570 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Etimesgut Air Base.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Ankara (ANK) follows a heading of 104° (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 Etimesgut Air Base (ANK) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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