EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
5,936 km
3,688 miles
JAA
Jalalabad Airport
Afghanistan
Distance
5,936 km
3,688 mi / 3,205 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Europe/London
Heading
81°
east

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EDI JAA
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Jalalabad Airport
IATA Code EDI JAA
ICAO Code EGPH OAJL
City Edinburgh N/A
Country United Kingdom Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kabul
Elevation 135 ft 1,814 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 34.400000, 70.500000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Jalalabad Airport (JAA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Jalalabad Airport (JAA) in Jalalabad Airport, Afghanistan is 5,936 kilometers (3,688 miles / 3,205 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 81°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 13:18 in Edinburgh, it's 17:48 in Jalalabad Airport. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,679 feet between the two airports. Jalalabad Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Jalalabad Airport (JAA) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 318° (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 Jalalabad Airport (JAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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