The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) in Macas, Ecuador is 9,359 kilometers (5,815 miles / 5,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 259°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:17 in London, it's 13:17 in Macas. With a 6-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 3,369 feet between the two airports. Coronel E Carvajal Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Macas (XMS) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). 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 Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.