EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,396 km
4,595 miles
MGQ
Mogadishu
Somalia
Distance
7,396 km
4,595 mi / 3,993 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
125°
southeast

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EDI MGQ
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Aden Adde International Airport
IATA Code EDI MGQ
ICAO Code EGPH HCMM
City Edinburgh Mogadishu
Country United Kingdom Somalia
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Mogadishu
Elevation 135 ft 29 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 2.010000, 45.300000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Mogadishu (MGQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ) in Mogadishu, Somalia is 7,396 kilometers (4,595 miles / 3,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.

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 Somalia. 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 16:45 in Edinburgh, it's 19:45 in Mogadishu. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Mogadishu (MGQ) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 333° (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 Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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