EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,037 km
4,373 miles
MAT
Matadi
DR Congo
Distance
7,037 km
4,373 mi / 3,800 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
161°
south southeast

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EDI MAT
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Tshimpi Airport
IATA Code EDI MAT
ICAO Code EGPH FZAM
City Edinburgh Matadi
Country United Kingdom DR Congo
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 135 ft 1,115 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 -5.800000, 13.440000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Matadi (MAT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Tshimpi Airport (MAT) in Matadi, DR Congo is 7,037 kilometers (4,373 miles / 3,800 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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 11:01 in Edinburgh, it's 12:01 in Matadi.

The return flight from Matadi (MAT) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 350° (north). 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 Tshimpi Airport (MAT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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