LHR
London
United Kingdom
5,796 km
3,601 miles
MKU
Makokou
Gabon
Distance
5,796 km
3,601 mi / 3,129 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
163°
south southeast

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LHR MKU
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Makokou Airport
IATA Code LHR MKU
ICAO Code EGLL FOOK
City London Makokou
Country United Kingdom Gabon
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Libreville
Elevation 83 ft 1,726 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 0.580000, 12.890000

London (LHR) to Makokou (MKU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Makokou Airport (MKU) in Makokou, Gabon is 5,796 kilometers (3,601 miles / 3,129 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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 Gabon. 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 03:28 in London, it's 04:28 in Makokou.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,643 feet between the two airports. Makokou Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Makokou (MKU) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 350° (north). 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 Makokou Airport (MKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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