London, United Kingdom → Singapore, Singapore · ✈ 14h 4min · 🚗 176h 17min
5,857 nautical miles · Time difference: +7h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from London to Singapore is 10,848 km (6,741 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 14h 4min.
The straight-line distance from London, United Kingdom to Singapore, Singapore is approximately 10,848 kilometers (6,741 miles or 5,857 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Singapore is located southeast of London. London is in Europe, in the England region of United Kingdom, while Singapore is in Asia, in Singapore, Singapore. This intercontinental route spans from Europe to Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 10,848 km | ~14h 4min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from London to Singapore. For 10,848 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
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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Singapore is a notable city in Singapore with a population of approximately 5,850,342. Situated in the Singapore region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Singapore is one of Singapore's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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At 10,848 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Europe to Asia. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 10,848 km, London to Singapore is one of the world's longer routes, covering 27.1% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, London and Singapore have a population of over 14,832,342 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Europe to Asia, spanning 7 timezones.
This 10,848 km journey from Europe to Asia is one of the world's longer routes. At this distance, jet lag becomes a significant factor — plan for at least one recovery day per 3 time zones crossed.
See how the London to Singapore distance compares to similar routes:
The straight-line distance from London to Singapore is approximately 10,848 kilometers (6,741 miles, 5,857 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 14h 4min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 176h 17min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Singapore is approximately +7h ahead compared to London.
The estimated road distance is approximately 14,102 km, which is about 30% longer than the 10,848 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.