The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States is 7,165 kilometers (4,452 miles / 3,869 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:05 in Edinburgh, it's 13:05 in Fort Carson. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,739 feet between the two airports. Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Fort Carson (FCS) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 37° (northeast). 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 Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.