The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) in Kolwezi Airport, DR Congo is 7,886 kilometers (4,900 miles / 4,258 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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 DR Congo. 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 12:20 in Edinburgh, it's 14:20 in Kolwezi Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,872 feet between the two airports. Kolwezi Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 343° (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 Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.