EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
6,627 km
4,118 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
6,627 km
4,118 mi / 3,578 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
139°
southeast

Airport Comparison

EDI RUA
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code EDI RUA
ICAO Code EGPH HUAR
City Edinburgh Arua
Country United Kingdom Uganda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kampala
Elevation 135 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 3.050000, 30.920000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 6,627 kilometers (4,118 miles / 3,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.

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 Uganda. 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 10:20 in Edinburgh, it's 13:20 in Arua. 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 3,816 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

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

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