BBZ
Zambezi
Zambia
8,111 km
5,040 miles
EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Distance
8,111 km
5,040 mi / 4,380 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
345°
north northwest

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BBZ EDI
Airport Name Zambezi Airport Edinburgh Airport
IATA Code BBZ EDI
ICAO Code FLZB EGPH
City Zambezi Edinburgh
Country Zambia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/London
Elevation 3,538 ft 135 ft
Coordinates -13.540000, 23.110000 55.950000, -3.370000

Zambezi (BBZ) to Edinburgh (EDI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Zambezi Airport (BBZ) in Zambezi, Zambia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 8,111 kilometers (5,040 miles / 4,380 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Zambia 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 15:18 in Zambezi, it's 13:18 in Edinburgh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,403 feet between the two airports. Edinburgh Airport sits lower than Zambezi Airport.

The return flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Zambezi (BBZ) follows a heading of 153° (south 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 Zambezi Airport (BBZ) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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