LHR
London
United Kingdom
8,196 km
5,093 miles
WKI
Hwange
Zimbabwe
Distance
8,196 km
5,093 mi / 4,426 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
153°
south southeast

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LHR WKI
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Hwange Airport
IATA Code LHR WKI
ICAO Code EGLL FVWT
City London Hwange
Country United Kingdom Zimbabwe
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Harare
Elevation 83 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -18.360000, 26.520000

London (LHR) to Hwange (WKI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Hwange Airport (WKI) in Hwange, Zimbabwe is 8,196 kilometers (5,093 miles / 4,426 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 08:23 in London, it's 10:23 in Hwange.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,417 feet between the two airports. Hwange Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Hwange (WKI) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 343° (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 Hwange Airport (WKI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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