Question 1

What is the flight distance between London (LHR) and Bangkok (BKK)?

Accepted Answer

The shortest Great Circle flight distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is 9,578 km (5,172 nautical miles / 5,951 statute miles).

Question 2

How long is the flight time from LHR to BKK?

Accepted Answer

The estimated commercial flight time from LHR to BKK is approximately 9h 33m at typical cruising speeds (900 km/h), factoring in prevailing winds and standard 30-minute runway buffers.

Question 3

What is the difference between the Great Circle and Rhumb line route from LHR to BKK?

Accepted Answer

The Great Circle geodesic path is the shortest spherical distance at 9,578 km. In contrast, the Rhumb line covers 10,079 km (+501 km (+5.2%) divergence).

Question 4

What is the initial flight heading from LHR to BKK?

Accepted Answer

The initial true forward bearing when departing from LHR toward BKK is 073° ENE.