The flight distance from Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) in Bedford Downs Airport, Australia to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 14,092 kilometers (8,756 miles / 7,609 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:18 in Bedford Downs Airport, it's 07:18 in London. 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 1,667 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Bedford Downs Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) follows a heading of 70° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.