LLW
Lilongwe
Malawi
7,985 km
4,962 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,985 km
4,962 mi / 4,311 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Blantyre
Heading
339°
north northwest

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LLW STN
Airport Name Lilongwe International Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code LLW STN
ICAO Code FWKI EGSS
City Lilongwe London
Country Malawi United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Blantyre Europe/London
Elevation 4,035 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -13.790000, 33.780000 51.880000, 0.240000

Lilongwe (LLW) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) in Lilongwe, Malawi to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 7,985 kilometers (4,962 miles / 4,311 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 Malawi with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:15 in Lilongwe, it's 01:15 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,687 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Lilongwe International Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Lilongwe (LLW) follows a heading of 146° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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