STN
London
United Kingdom
7,298 km
4,535 miles
SUT
Sumbawanga
Tanzania
Distance
7,298 km
4,535 mi / 3,941 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
145°
southeast

Airport Comparison

STN SUT
Airport Name London Stansted Airport Sumbawanga Airport
IATA Code STN SUT
ICAO Code EGSS HTSU
City London Sumbawanga
Country United Kingdom Tanzania
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 348 ft 5,920 ft
Coordinates 51.880000, 0.240000 -7.970000, 31.670000

London (STN) to Sumbawanga (SUT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom to Sumbawanga Airport (SUT) in Sumbawanga, Tanzania is 7,298 kilometers (4,535 miles / 3,941 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:31 in London, it's 09:31 in Sumbawanga. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,572 feet between the two airports. Sumbawanga Airport sits higher than London Stansted Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sumbawanga (SUT) to London (STN) follows a heading of 339° (north northwest). 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 Stansted Airport (STN) and Sumbawanga Airport (SUT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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