ELL
Ellisras
South Africa
8,823 km
5,482 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,823 km
5,482 mi / 4,764 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
343°
north northwest

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ELL STN
Airport Name Ellisras Matimba Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code ELL STN
ICAO Code FAER EGSS
City Ellisras London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 2,799 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -23.730000, 27.690000 51.880000, 0.240000

Ellisras (ELL) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ellisras Matimba Airport (ELL) in Ellisras, South Africa to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 8,823 kilometers (5,482 miles / 4,764 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:29 in Ellisras, it's 00:29 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,451 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Ellisras Matimba Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Ellisras (ELL) follows a heading of 155° (south 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 Ellisras Matimba Airport (ELL) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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