EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,553 km
4,693 miles
JRO
Arusha
Tanzania
Distance
7,553 km
4,693 mi / 4,078 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
136°
southeast

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EDI JRO
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Kilimanjaro International Airport
IATA Code EDI JRO
ICAO Code EGPH HTKJ
City Edinburgh Arusha
Country United Kingdom Tanzania
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 135 ft 2,932 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 -3.430000, 37.070000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Arusha (JRO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Arusha, Tanzania is 7,553 kilometers (4,693 miles / 4,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.

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 Tanzania. 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 08:43 in Edinburgh, it's 11:43 in Arusha. 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 2,797 feet between the two airports. Kilimanjaro International Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Arusha (JRO) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 337° (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 Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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