EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,140 km
4,437 miles
RUK
Rukumkot
Nepal
Distance
7,140 km
4,437 mi / 3,855 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.75h
Europe/London
Heading
76°
east northeast

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EDI RUK
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Rukumkot Airport
IATA Code EDI RUK
ICAO Code EGPH VNRK
City Edinburgh Rukumkot
Country United Kingdom Nepal
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 135 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 28.630000, 82.190000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Rukumkot (RUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Rukumkot Airport (RUK) in Rukumkot, Nepal is 7,140 kilometers (4,437 miles / 3,855 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 13:28 in Edinburgh, it's 19:13 in Rukumkot. 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 2,365 feet between the two airports. Rukumkot Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Rukumkot (RUK) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 322° (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 Rukumkot Airport (RUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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