CIR
Cairo
United States
6,436 km
3,999 miles
EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Distance
6,436 km
3,999 mi / 3,475 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
41°
northeast

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CIR EDI
Airport Name Cairo Regional Airport Edinburgh Airport
IATA Code CIR EDI
ICAO Code KCIR EGPH
City Cairo Edinburgh
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 322 ft 135 ft
Coordinates 37.060000, -89.220000 55.950000, -3.370000

Cairo (CIR) to Edinburgh (EDI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo Regional Airport (CIR) in Cairo, United States to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 6,436 kilometers (3,999 miles / 3,475 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 United States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:06 in Cairo, it's 09:06 in Edinburgh. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cairo (CIR) follows a heading of 290° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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