STN
London
United Kingdom
6,211 km
3,859 miles
ULU
Gulu
Uganda
Distance
6,211 km
3,859 mi / 3,354 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
140°
southeast

Airport Comparison

STN ULU
Airport Name London Stansted Airport Gulu Airport
IATA Code STN ULU
ICAO Code EGSS HUGU
City London Gulu
Country United Kingdom Uganda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kampala
Elevation 348 ft 3,510 ft
Coordinates 51.880000, 0.240000 2.810000, 32.270000

London (STN) to Gulu (ULU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom to Gulu Airport (ULU) in Gulu, Uganda is 6,211 kilometers (3,859 miles / 3,354 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

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 Uganda. 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 09:12 in London, it's 12:12 in Gulu. 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 3,162 feet between the two airports. Gulu Airport sits higher than London Stansted Airport.

The return flight from Gulu (ULU) to London (STN) follows a heading of 337° (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 Gulu Airport (ULU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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