LHR
London
United Kingdom
14,558 km
9,046 miles
MCV
McArthur River Mine
Australia
Distance
14,558 km
9,046 mi / 7,861 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9.5h
Europe/London
Heading
61°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

LHR MCV
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport McArthur River Mine Airport
IATA Code LHR MCV
ICAO Code EGLL YMHU
City London McArthur River Mine
Country United Kingdom Australia
Timezone Europe/London Australia/Darwin
Elevation 83 ft 131 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -16.440000, 136.080000

London (LHR) to McArthur River Mine (MCV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) in McArthur River Mine, Australia is 14,558 kilometers (9,046 miles / 7,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:41 in London, it's 22:11 in McArthur River Mine. With a 9.5-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 McArthur River Mine (MCV) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 325° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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