London Heathrow Airport to Australia Flight Duration

Find flight duration times from London Heathrow Airport to Australia, compare live flight prices and book your tickets.

What is the flight duration from London Heathrow Airport to Australia?
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Average flight time is 18 hours 30 minutes

The fastest flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Australia is 18 hours 30 minutes

London Heathrow Airport to Australia flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 18 hours 30 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Australia is 18 hours 30 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Australia is 9,440 miles / 15,192 km

London airports

London has 5 airports: London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN).

If you don't fancy flying from London there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Australia: London Southend Airport (SEN), Southampton Airport (SOU), Cambridge Airport (CBG), Bournemouth Airport (BOH) and Birmingham Airport (BHX).

Australia airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to London: Alice Springs Airport (ASP), Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ), Broken Hill Airport (BHQ), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Broome International Airport (BME), Darwin International Airport (DRW) and Townsville Airport (TSV).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: London to Australia, England to Australia and London Heathrow Airport to Melbourne.

London & Australia local times and timezones

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London, United Kingdom is 9 hours behind of Australia, Australia

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London Heathrow Airport to Australia FAQs

How long does it take to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Australia?

On average, the flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Australia is 18 hours 30 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Australia could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between London Heathrow Airport and Australia?

The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Australia is 9,440 miles or 15,192 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from London Heathrow Airport to Australia?

The shortest flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Australia is 18 hours 30 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from London to Australia?

The average flight time from London Heathrow Airport to Australia is 18 hours 30 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between London and Australia?

The time zone difference between London and Australia is -9 hours.