EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,971 km
4,953 miles
MBI
Mbeya
Tanzania
Distance
7,971 km
4,953 mi / 4,304 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
141°
southeast

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EDI MBI
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Mbeya Airport
IATA Code EDI MBI
ICAO Code EGPH HTMB
City Edinburgh Mbeya
Country United Kingdom Tanzania
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 135 ft 5,600 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 -8.920000, 33.470000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Mbeya (MBI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Mbeya Airport (MBI) in Mbeya, Tanzania is 7,971 kilometers (4,953 miles / 4,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.

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 13:24 in Edinburgh, it's 16:24 in Mbeya. 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 5,465 feet between the two airports. Mbeya Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mbeya (MBI) 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 Mbeya Airport (MBI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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