PPL
Phaplu
Nepal
7,396 km
4,596 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,396 km
4,596 mi / 3,994 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
318°
northwest

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PPL STN
Airport Name Phaplu Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code PPL STN
ICAO Code VNPL EGSS
City Phaplu London
Country Nepal United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/London
Elevation 7,918 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 27.520000, 86.580000 51.880000, 0.240000

Phaplu (PPL) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Phaplu Airport (PPL) in Phaplu, Nepal to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 7,396 kilometers (4,596 miles / 3,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 Nepal 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 03:48 in Phaplu, it's 22:03 in London. The 5.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,570 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Phaplu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from London (STN) to Phaplu (PPL) follows a heading of 75° (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 Phaplu Airport (PPL) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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