The flight distance from Balmaceda Airport (BBA) in Balmaceda, Chile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 12,991 kilometers (8,072 miles / 7,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Chile with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:42 in Balmaceda, it's 06:42 in Edinburgh. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,587 feet between the two airports. Edinburgh Airport sits lower than Balmaceda Airport.

The return flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Balmaceda (BBA) follows a heading of 226° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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