The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) in Xieng Khouang, Laos is 9,227 kilometers (5,734 miles / 4,982 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 Laos. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:38 in London, it's 08:38 in Xieng Khouang. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,362 feet between the two airports. Xieng Khouang Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Xieng Khouang (XKH) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 322° (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 Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.