DER
Derim
Papua New Guinea
14,159 km
8,798 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
14,159 km
8,798 mi / 7,645 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Pacific/Port_Moresby
Heading
335°
north northwest

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DER LHR
Airport Name Derim Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code DER LHR
ICAO Code AYDE EGLL
City Derim London
Country Papua New Guinea United Kingdom
Timezone Pacific/Port_Moresby Europe/London
Elevation 4,850 ft 83 ft
Coordinates -6.140000, 147.110000 51.470000, -0.460000

Derim (DER) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Derim Airport (DER) in Derim, Papua New Guinea to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 14,159 kilometers (8,798 miles / 7,645 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 Papua New Guinea 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 09:23 in Derim, it's 23:23 in London. With a 10-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 4,767 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Derim Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Derim (DER) follows a heading of 42° (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 Derim Airport (DER) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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