EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,502 km
4,661 miles
PPL
Phaplu
Nepal
Distance
7,502 km
4,661 mi / 4,051 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.75h
Europe/London
Heading
74°
east northeast

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EDI PPL
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Phaplu Airport
IATA Code EDI PPL
ICAO Code EGPH VNPL
City Edinburgh Phaplu
Country United Kingdom Nepal
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 135 ft 7,918 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 27.520000, 86.580000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Phaplu (PPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Phaplu Airport (PPL) in Phaplu, Nepal is 7,502 kilometers (4,661 miles / 4,051 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:48 in Edinburgh, it's 18:33 in Phaplu. The 5.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,783 feet between the two airports. Phaplu Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Phaplu (PPL) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 323° (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 Phaplu Airport (PPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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