GSS
Belfast
South Africa
9,050 km
5,624 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,050 km
5,624 mi / 4,887 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
341°
north northwest

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GSS LHR
Airport Name Sabi Sabi Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code GSS LHR
ICAO Code FASE EGLL
City Belfast London
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 1,276 ft 83 ft
Coordinates -24.940000, 31.440000 51.470000, -0.460000

Belfast (GSS) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sabi Sabi Airport (GSS) in Belfast, South Africa to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 9,050 kilometers (5,624 miles / 4,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 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 10:47 in Belfast, it's 08:47 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,193 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Sabi Sabi Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Belfast (GSS) 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 Sabi Sabi Airport (GSS) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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