LHR
London
United Kingdom
5,986 km
3,720 miles
MDK
Mbandaka
DR Congo
Distance
5,986 km
3,720 mi / 3,232 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
157°
south southeast

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LHR MDK
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Mbandaka Airport
IATA Code LHR MDK
ICAO Code EGLL FZEA
City London Mbandaka
Country United Kingdom DR Congo
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 83 ft 1,040 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 0.020000, 18.290000

London (LHR) to Mbandaka (MDK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Mbandaka Airport (MDK) in Mbandaka, DR Congo is 5,986 kilometers (3,720 miles / 3,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:37 in London, it's 08:37 in Mbandaka.

The return flight from Mbandaka (MDK) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 346° (north 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 Mbandaka Airport (MDK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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