EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
8,517 km
5,292 miles
LMB
Salima
Malawi
Distance
8,517 km
5,292 mi / 4,599 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
142°
southeast

Airport Comparison

EDI LMB
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Salima Airport
IATA Code EDI LMB
ICAO Code EGPH FWSM
City Edinburgh Salima
Country United Kingdom Malawi
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 135 ft 1,688 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 -13.760000, 34.580000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Salima (LMB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Salima Airport (LMB) in Salima, Malawi is 8,517 kilometers (5,292 miles / 4,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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 Malawi. 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 16:21 in Edinburgh, it's 18:21 in Salima.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,553 feet between the two airports. Salima Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Salima (LMB) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 339° (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 Salima Airport (LMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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