East Midlands to London

Flight distance, time and route map · EMA → LHR

The shortest path between the airports (great circle).
Distance162 km101 miles · 88 nautical miles
Flight time
about 40 min direct, estimated
Heading
south 158° at departure
From
East Midlands Airport United Kingdom
To
London Heathrow Airport United Kingdom
Type
Domestic · short-haul
London to East Midlands
Clock tower and parliament on the Thames
Destination

London

Clock tower and parliament on the Thames

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Questions

How far is East Midlands from London by plane?

The great-circle distance between East Midlands Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 162 km (101 miles). Real flight paths are usually a little longer because of airways, weather and air traffic control.

How long is the flight from East Midlands to London?

About 40 min for a direct flight, estimated at 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Scheduled times vary with the airline, the aircraft and the winds.

Which direction do you fly?

Planes leave East Midlands heading south (158°) on the shortest path.

Routes from East Midlands

Routes to London

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