CIF
Chifeng
China
8,069 km
5,014 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,069 km
5,014 mi / 4,357 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
325°
northwest

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CIF LHR
Airport Name Chifeng Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code CIF LHR
ICAO Code ZBCF EGLL
City Chifeng London
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 0 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 42.230000, 118.910000 51.470000, -0.460000

Chifeng (CIF) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chifeng Airport (CIF) in Chifeng, China to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 8,069 kilometers (5,014 miles / 4,357 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, 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 China 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 07:12 in Chifeng, it's 23:12 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.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Chifeng (CIF) follows a heading of 43° (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 Chifeng Airport (CIF) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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