KCA
Kuqa
China
6,115 km
3,800 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,115 km
3,800 mi / 3,302 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
311°
northwest

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KCA LHR
Airport Name Kuqa Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code KCA LHR
ICAO Code ZWKC EGLL
City Kuqa London
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 3,524 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 41.720000, 82.990000 51.470000, -0.460000

Kuqa (KCA) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuqa Airport (KCA) in Kuqa, China to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 6,115 kilometers (3,800 miles / 3,302 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 China 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 02:55 in Kuqa, it's 18:55 in London. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,441 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Kuqa Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Kuqa (KCA) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Kuqa Airport (KCA) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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