EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
5,601 km
3,480 miles
GDI
Melle
Central African Republic
Distance
5,601 km
3,480 mi / 3,024 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
147°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

EDI GDI
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Gordil Airport
IATA Code EDI GDI
ICAO Code EGPH FEGL
City Edinburgh Melle
Country United Kingdom Central African Republic
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Bangui
Elevation 135 ft 1,427 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 9.580000, 21.730000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Melle (GDI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Gordil Airport (GDI) in Melle, Central African Republic is 5,601 kilometers (3,480 miles / 3,024 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

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 Central African Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:29 in Edinburgh, it's 04:29 in Melle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,292 feet between the two airports. Gordil Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Melle (GDI) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 342° (north 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 Gordil Airport (GDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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