GFY
Grootfontein
Namibia
8,108 km
5,038 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,108 km
5,038 mi / 4,378 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Windhoek
Heading
348°
north northwest

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GFY LHR
Airport Name Grootfontein Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code GFY LHR
ICAO Code FYGF EGLL
City Grootfontein London
Country Namibia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Windhoek Europe/London
Elevation 4,636 ft 83 ft
Coordinates -19.600000, 18.120000 51.470000, -0.460000

Grootfontein (GFY) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grootfontein Airport (GFY) in Grootfontein, Namibia to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 8,108 kilometers (5,038 miles / 4,378 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 Namibia 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 09:23 in Grootfontein, it's 07:23 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,553 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Grootfontein Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Grootfontein (GFY) follows a heading of 162° (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 Grootfontein Airport (GFY) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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