DCA
Washington
United States
5,563 km
3,457 miles
EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Distance
5,563 km
3,457 mi / 3,004 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
45°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DCA EDI
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Edinburgh Airport
IATA Code DCA EDI
ICAO Code KDCA EGPH
City Washington Edinburgh
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 14 ft 135 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 55.950000, -3.370000

Washington (DCA) to Edinburgh (EDI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 5,563 kilometers (3,457 miles / 3,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:03 in Washington, it's 07:03 in Edinburgh. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 283° (west 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 Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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