The flight distance from London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 9,249 kilometers (5,747 miles / 4,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with South Africa. 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 03:11 in London, it's 05:11 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,051 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than London Stansted Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to London (STN) follows a heading of 344° (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 Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.