EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,040 km
4,375 miles
GLK
Galcaio
Somalia
Distance
7,040 km
4,375 mi / 3,802 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
121°
east southeast

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EDI GLK
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Galcaio Airport
IATA Code EDI GLK
ICAO Code EGPH HCMR
City Edinburgh Galcaio
Country United Kingdom Somalia
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Mogadishu
Elevation 135 ft 975 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 6.780000, 47.450000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Galcaio (GLK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Galcaio Airport (GLK) in Galcaio, Somalia is 7,040 kilometers (4,375 miles / 3,802 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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 Somalia. 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 15:13 in Edinburgh, it's 18:13 in Galcaio. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Galcaio (GLK) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 331° (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 Galcaio Airport (GLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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