Quantcast

Heathrow's longest non-stop routes revealed: Top destinations and airlines

Southwest's layoffs dent its worker-first culture
Hong Kong Airlines launches daily Sydney flights
Airline to launch new bunk beds in economy on long-haul flights next year
How Airline Employees Are Coping After Deadly Washington Crash
Major airline reverses in-flight menu change amid outcry
British Airways frequent flyer scheme changes: everything you need to know
Airline introduces world-first hand luggage ban on popular travel gadget
Air Canada Delays Boeing 767 Reentry
Flight Centre tips ‘price war’ as first direct Melbourne to LA Delta flights go on sale
FAA reverses course on meeting prohibition, blaming rogue employee
British Airways tweaks frequent flyer scheme after backlash
Delta flight from New York to Florida diverted to North Carolina due to ‘odor in the cabin’
EASA Certifies Safran’s First Electric Motor
US court blocks Biden administration's airline fee disclosure rule
JetBlue Issues Dim Outlook But Execs Remain Confident in Turnaround Plan
Delta to Resume Tel Aviv Flights April 1
Boeing CEO Ortberg outlines 2025 priorities after heavy losses
Storm Eowyn: Thousands of trains, flights and ferries cancelled as 100mph wind batters UK
Indian carrier long haul: IndiGo returns to profitability, plans long haul flights
These Frequent Fliers Are Done With Loyalty Programs
JetBlue accepting Venmo as payment method for flights purchased through mobile app
United Airlines stock rallies on results, as growing demand wasn’t just about premium seats
Delta Adds Another Alaska Route
Southwest to Reduce Pilot Head Count at Several Bases
Dublin Airport savings boost for holidaymakers – but passengers need to be quick
American Halts CRJ-200 Operations
Shanghai Airlines to Launch Casablanca Route
Delta employees to receive an average five weeks of pay in annual profit sharing
Akasa Air faces DGCA heat for lapses; warning letter issued to airline's accountable manager
Indigo Eyes European Market Amid Intensifying Competition with Air India
Heathrow's longest non-stop routes revealed: Top destinations and airlines
Policy
Webp 9d8e4n9zvnq6npvse1f7c4oouh5n
Airbus A380 | Airbus

London Heathrow Airport, one of the world's busiest, serves as a hub for long-haul flights across six continents. In January 2025, six routes stand out as the longest non-stop flights departing from this major international gateway.

The sixth-longest route connects London Heathrow (LHR) with Taipei (TPE), covering 6,090 miles. China Airlines operates 18 flights each way in January using its Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The eastbound journey takes approximately 13 hours.

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) ranks fifth on the list at 6,356 miles. Vietnam Airlines flies this route 13 times in each direction during January with its Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The airline also offers connections to Hanoi from London Heathrow.

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

The fourth-longest flight goes to Kuala Lumpur (KUL), spanning 6,593 miles. Malaysia Airlines provides a double-daily service throughout January using Airbus A350-900s. British Airways is set to resume competition on this route in April 2025 with its Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

Singapore (SIN) is third at 6,764 miles, served by seven daily flights operated by British Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Qantas. The airlines use a mix of Airbus A380 and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft for these services.

Santiago de Chile (SCL) holds the second spot with a distance of 7,227 miles. British Airways operates this route exclusively in January using Boeing 787-9s.

The longest non-stop route from London Heathrow is to Perth (PER), stretching over 8,988 miles. Qantas launched this service in March 2018 and continues with daily flights aboard its Boeing 787-9s.

London Heathrow's global reach includes these long-distance connections and many others across all inhabited continents. It remains an essential hub for international travel.

Organizations Included in this History
More News

The UNI Africa Regional Conference concluded with a strong focus on consolidating working-class power.

Jul 6, 2025

In a recent rally at Gwanghwamun Square, UNI Global Union affiliates, including the Korea Finance Industry Union (KFIU) and the Korean Health and Medical Workers’ Union (KHMU), joined forces with national labor federations to advocate for stronger...

Jul 6, 2025

The Emirates Group recently held an exhibition titled "Tomorrow Takes Flight," showcasing its sustainability initiatives in aviation.

Jul 4, 2025

Air France-KLM has announced plans to take control of SAS Scandinavian Airlines by increasing its ownership stake to 60.5% by the end of 2026.

Jul 4, 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has expressed concerns over the Global Solidarity Levy Task Force's (GSLTF) proposal to impose a premium flyer levy, citing potential negative impacts on the airline industry and broader economic...

Jul 4, 2025

American Airlines, known for its extensive network of hub airports, once operated a significant hub at St. Louis Lambert Airport (STL) in Missouri.

Jul 4, 2025