EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,984 km
4,961 miles
SHL
Shillong
India
Distance
7,984 km
4,961 mi / 4,311 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.5h
Europe/London
Heading
71°
east northeast

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EDI SHL
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Shillong Airport
IATA Code EDI SHL
ICAO Code EGPH VEBI
City Edinburgh Shillong
Country United Kingdom India
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 135 ft 2,910 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 25.700000, 91.980000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Shillong (SHL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Shillong Airport (SHL) in Shillong, India is 7,984 kilometers (4,961 miles / 4,311 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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 India. 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 15:04 in Edinburgh, it's 20:34 in Shillong. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,775 feet between the two airports. Shillong Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Shillong (SHL) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 324° (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 Shillong Airport (SHL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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