EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
5,565 km
3,458 miles
IRO
Birao
Central African Republic
Distance
5,565 km
3,458 mi / 3,005 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
146°
southeast

Airport Comparison

EDI IRO
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Birao Airport
IATA Code EDI IRO
ICAO Code EGPH FEFI
City Edinburgh Birao
Country United Kingdom Central African Republic
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Bangui
Elevation 135 ft 1,696 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 10.240000, 22.720000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Birao (IRO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Birao Airport (IRO) in Birao, Central African Republic is 5,565 kilometers (3,458 miles / 3,005 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.

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 13:01 in Edinburgh, it's 14:01 in Birao.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,561 feet between the two airports. Birao Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Birao (IRO) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 341° (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 Birao Airport (IRO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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