IWJ
Masuda
Japan
9,299 km
5,778 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
9,299 km
5,778 mi / 5,021 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
332°
north northwest

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IWJ STN
Airport Name Iwami Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code IWJ STN
ICAO Code RJOW EGSS
City Masuda London
Country Japan United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Europe/London
Elevation 184 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 34.680000, 131.790000 51.880000, 0.240000

Masuda (IWJ) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Iwami Airport (IWJ) in Masuda, Japan to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 9,299 kilometers (5,778 miles / 5,021 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:14 in Masuda, it's 09:14 in London. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from London (STN) to Masuda (IWJ) follows a heading of 38° (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 Iwami Airport (IWJ) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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