STN
London
United Kingdom
8,088 km
5,025 miles
SWX
Shakawe
Botswana
Distance
8,088 km
5,025 mi / 4,367 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
159°
south southeast

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STN SWX
Airport Name London Stansted Airport Shakawe Airport
IATA Code STN SWX
ICAO Code EGSS FBSW
City London Shakawe
Country United Kingdom Botswana
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Gaborone
Elevation 348 ft 3,379 ft
Coordinates 51.880000, 0.240000 -18.370000, 21.830000

London (STN) to Shakawe (SWX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom to Shakawe Airport (SWX) in Shakawe, Botswana is 8,088 kilometers (5,025 miles / 4,367 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 Botswana. 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 07:57 in London, it's 09:57 in Shakawe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,031 feet between the two airports. Shakawe Airport sits higher than London Stansted Airport.

The return flight from Shakawe (SWX) to London (STN) follows a heading of 346° (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 Shakawe Airport (SWX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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