Luanda, Angola → London, United Kingdom · ✈ 9h 2min · 🚗 111h 2min
3,690 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Luanda to London is 6,833 km (4,246 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 9h 2min.
The straight-line distance from Luanda, Angola to London, United Kingdom is approximately 6,833 kilometers (4,246 miles or 3,690 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
London is located northwest of Luanda. Luanda is in Africa, in the Luanda region of Angola, while London is in Europe, in England, United Kingdom. This intercontinental route spans from Africa to Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 6,833 km | ~9h 2min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Luanda to London. For 6,833 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Luanda sits at 8.8390°S, 13.2894°E, while London is located at 51.5074°N, 0.1278°W. The initial compass bearing from Luanda to London is 351° (N), so a great-circle flight path leaves Luanda heading roughly N. 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 60.35° and the longitude difference is 13.42°. 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 Luanda and London is approximately 21.4610°N, 8.1108°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 3,417 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.
London is roughly 1 hour behind Luanda. When it is 09:00 in Luanda, it is approximately 08:00 in London. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Luanda is a major city in Angola with a population of approximately 8,330,000. Located in the Luanda region, it is an important hub in Africa. As one of the largest cities in Angola, Luanda is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
London is a notable city in United Kingdom with a population of approximately 8,982,000. Situated in the England region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. London is one of United Kingdom's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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At 6,833 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Africa to Europe. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 6,833 km, Luanda to London is one of the world's longer routes, covering 17.1% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, Luanda and London have a population of over 17,312,000 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Africa to Europe, spanning 1 timezone.
The straight-line distance from Luanda to London is approximately 6,833 kilometers (4,246 miles, 3,690 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 9h 2min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 111h 2min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
London is approximately -1h behind compared to Luanda.
The estimated road distance is approximately 8,883 km, which is about 30% longer than the 6,833 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.