DTW
Detroit
United States
5,675 km
3,526 miles
EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Distance
5,675 km
3,526 mi / 3,064 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
45°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DTW EDI
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Edinburgh Airport
IATA Code DTW EDI
ICAO Code KDTW EGPH
City Detroit Edinburgh
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 645 ft 135 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 55.950000, -3.370000

Detroit (DTW) to Edinburgh (EDI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 5,675 kilometers (3,526 miles / 3,064 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 02:59 in Detroit, it's 07:59 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 Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 290° (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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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