BBA
Balmaceda
Chile
12,853 km
7,987 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
12,853 km
7,987 mi / 6,940 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Santiago
Heading
41°
northeast

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BBA STN
Airport Name Balmaceda Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code BBA STN
ICAO Code SCBA EGSS
City Balmaceda London
Country Chile United Kingdom
Timezone America/Santiago Europe/London
Elevation 1,722 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -45.920000, -71.690000 51.880000, 0.240000

Balmaceda (BBA) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balmaceda Airport (BBA) in Balmaceda, Chile to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 12,853 kilometers (7,987 miles / 6,940 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:12 in Balmaceda, it's 07:12 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 1,374 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Balmaceda Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Balmaceda (BBA) follows a heading of 227° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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