LHR
London
United Kingdom
4,886 km
3,036 miles
PLF
Pala
Chad
Distance
4,886 km
3,036 mi / 2,638 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
158°
south southeast

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Airport Comparison

LHR PLF
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Pala Airport
IATA Code LHR PLF
ICAO Code EGLL FTTP
City London Pala
Country United Kingdom Chad
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 83 ft 1,532 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 9.380000, 14.930000

London (LHR) to Pala (PLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Pala Airport (PLF) in Pala, Chad is 4,886 kilometers (3,036 miles / 2,638 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 158°.

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 Chad. 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 10:04 in London, it's 10:04 in Pala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,449 feet between the two airports. Pala Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Pala (PLF) 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 Pala Airport (PLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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