The flight distance from J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontain, South Africa to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 9,865 kilometers (6,130 miles / 5,327 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:04 in Bloemfontain, it's 01:04 in Edinburgh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,323 feet between the two airports. Edinburgh Airport sits lower than J B M Hertzog International Airport.

The return flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Bloemfontain (BFN) follows a heading of 154° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.