EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
3,170 km
1,970 miles
ESB
Ankara
Turkey
Distance
3,170 km
1,970 mi / 1,712 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
108°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

EDI ESB
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Esenboga International Airport
IATA Code EDI ESB
ICAO Code EGPH LTAC
City Edinburgh Ankara
Country United Kingdom Turkey
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 135 ft 3,125 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 40.130000, 33.000000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Ankara (ESB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Esenboga International Airport (ESB) in Ankara, Turkey is 3,170 kilometers (1,970 miles / 1,712 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:59 in Edinburgh, it's 17:59 in Ankara. 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 2,990 feet between the two airports. Esenboga International Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Ankara (ESB) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 316° (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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Esenboga International Airport (ESB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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