EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
6,235 km
3,874 miles
GXF
Sayun
Yemen
Distance
6,235 km
3,874 mi / 3,366 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
114°
east southeast

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EDI GXF
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Sayun International Airport
IATA Code EDI GXF
ICAO Code EGPH OYSY
City Edinburgh Sayun
Country United Kingdom Yemen
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Aden
Elevation 135 ft 2,097 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 15.970000, 48.790000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Sayun (GXF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Sayun International Airport (GXF) in Sayun, Yemen is 6,235 kilometers (3,874 miles / 3,366 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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 Yemen. 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 10:33 in Edinburgh, it's 13:33 in Sayun. 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 1,962 feet between the two airports. Sayun International Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Sayun (GXF) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 328° (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 Sayun International Airport (GXF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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