RIS
Rishiri
Japan
8,587 km
5,336 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,587 km
5,336 mi / 4,637 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
336°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

RIS STN
Airport Name Rishiri Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code RIS STN
ICAO Code RJER EGSS
City Rishiri London
Country Japan United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Europe/London
Elevation 112 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 45.240000, 141.190000 51.880000, 0.240000

Rishiri (RIS) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rishiri Airport (RIS) in Rishiri, Japan to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 8,587 kilometers (5,336 miles / 4,637 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Japan 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 08:21 in Rishiri, it's 23:21 in London. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from London (STN) to Rishiri (RIS) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Rishiri Airport (RIS) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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