GIY
Giyani
South Africa
8,850 km
5,499 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,850 km
5,499 mi / 4,778 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
341°
north northwest

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GIY LHR
Airport Name Giyani Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code GIY LHR
ICAO Code FAGI EGLL
City Giyani London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 1,584 ft 83 ft
Coordinates -23.280000, 30.650000 51.470000, -0.460000

Giyani (GIY) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Giyani Airport (GIY) in Giyani, South Africa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 8,850 kilometers (5,499 miles / 4,778 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 04:31 in Giyani, it's 02:31 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,501 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Giyani Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Giyani (GIY) follows a heading of 151° (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 Giyani Airport (GIY) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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