LXG
Luang Namtha
Laos
8,919 km
5,542 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,919 km
5,542 mi / 4,816 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Vientiane
Heading
322°
northwest

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LXG STN
Airport Name Luang Namtha Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code LXG STN
ICAO Code VLLN EGSS
City Luang Namtha London
Country Laos United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Vientiane Europe/London
Elevation 1,968 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 20.970000, 101.400000 51.880000, 0.240000

Luang Namtha (LXG) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) in Luang Namtha, Laos to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 8,919 kilometers (5,542 miles / 4,816 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:45 in Luang Namtha, it's 02:45 in London. 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 1,620 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Luang Namtha Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Luang Namtha (LXG) follows a heading of 68° (east 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 Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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