London, United Kingdom → Antalya, Turkey · ✈ 4h 8min · 🚗 47h 20min
1,573 nautical miles · Time difference: +2h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from London to Antalya is 2,913 km (1,810 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 4h 8min.
The straight-line distance from London, United Kingdom to Antalya, Turkey is approximately 2,913 kilometers (1,810 miles or 1,573 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Antalya is located southeast of London. London is in Europe, in the England region of United Kingdom, while Antalya is in Europe, in Mediterranean, Turkey. Both cities are in Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 2,913 km | ~4h 8min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~3,787 km | ~47h 20min | Long journey, consider stops |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from London to Antalya. For 2,913 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 3,787 km, fuel costs for driving from London to Antalya are approximately $303–$568 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
London sits at 51.5074°N, 0.1278°W, while Antalya is located at 36.8969°N, 30.7133°E. The initial compass bearing from London to Antalya is 112° (ESE), so a great-circle flight path leaves London heading roughly ESE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 14.61° and the longitude difference is 30.84°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between London and Antalya is approximately 45.2355°N, 17.2623°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 1,457 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Antalya is roughly 2 hours ahead of London. When it is 09:00 in London, it is approximately 11:00 in Antalya. A 2-hour shift is small enough that most travelers adjust within a day. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
London uses the Pound Sterling (GBP), while Antalya uses the Turkish Lira (TRY). Plan to exchange currency before departure or use a low-fee travel card on arrival — airport rates are typically the worst available. The primary local language shifts from English in London to Turkish in Antalya. Learning a few basic phrases makes a noticeable difference at hotels, restaurants, and transit hubs.
London is a major city in United Kingdom with a population of approximately 8,982,000. Located in the England region, it is an important hub in Europe. As one of the largest cities in United Kingdom, London is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Antalya is a notable city in Turkey with a population of approximately 2,548,308. Situated in the Mediterranean region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. Antalya offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Turkey.
2,913 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 2,913 km between London and Antalya means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 9.7 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 4h 8min.
Combined, London and Antalya have a population of over 11,530,308 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from London to Antalya is approximately 2,913 kilometers (1,810 miles, 1,573 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 4h 8min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 47h 20min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Antalya is approximately +2h ahead compared to London.
The estimated road distance is approximately 3,787 km, which is about 30% longer than the 2,913 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 30, 2026.