AAT
Altay
China
5,878 km
3,653 miles
EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Distance
5,878 km
3,653 mi / 3,174 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
315°
northwest

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AAT EDI
Airport Name Altay Air Base Edinburgh Airport
IATA Code AAT EDI
ICAO Code ZWAT EGPH
City Altay Edinburgh
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 2,460 ft 135 ft
Coordinates 47.750000, 88.090000 55.950000, -3.370000

Altay (AAT) to Edinburgh (EDI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Altay Air Base (AAT) in Altay, China to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 5,878 kilometers (3,653 miles / 3,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:59 in Altay, it's 15:59 in Edinburgh. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,325 feet between the two airports. Edinburgh Airport sits lower than Altay Air Base.

The return flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Altay (AAT) follows a heading of 57° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Altay Air Base (AAT) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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