ARK
Arusha
Tanzania
7,528 km
4,678 miles
EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Distance
7,528 km
4,678 mi / 4,065 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Heading
337°
north northwest

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ARK EDI
Airport Name Arusha Airport Edinburgh Airport
IATA Code ARK EDI
ICAO Code HTAR EGPH
City Arusha Edinburgh
Country Tanzania United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Dar_es_Salaam Europe/London
Elevation 4,550 ft 135 ft
Coordinates -3.370000, 36.630000 55.950000, -3.370000

Arusha (ARK) to Edinburgh (EDI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arusha Airport (ARK) in Arusha, Tanzania to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 7,528 kilometers (4,678 miles / 4,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Tanzania with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:24 in Arusha, it's 15:24 in Edinburgh. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,415 feet between the two airports. Edinburgh Airport sits lower than Arusha Airport.

The return flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Arusha (ARK) follows a heading of 136° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Arusha Airport (ARK) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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