The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Soddu Airport (SXU) in Soddu, Ethiopia is 6,544 kilometers (4,066 miles / 3,534 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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 Ethiopia. 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 04:16 in Edinburgh, it's 07:16 in Soddu. 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 6,265 feet between the two airports. Soddu Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Soddu (SXU) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 335° (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 Soddu Airport (SXU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.