EBL
Arbil
Iraq
4,143 km
2,574 miles
EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Distance
4,143 km
2,574 mi / 2,237 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Baghdad
Heading
317°
northwest

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EBL EDI
Airport Name Erbil International Airport Edinburgh Airport
IATA Code EBL EDI
ICAO Code ORER EGPH
City Arbil Edinburgh
Country Iraq United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Baghdad Europe/London
Elevation 1,341 ft 135 ft
Coordinates 36.240000, 43.960000 55.950000, -3.370000

Arbil (EBL) to Edinburgh (EDI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Erbil International Airport (EBL) in Arbil, Iraq to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 4,143 kilometers (2,574 miles / 2,237 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 Iraq 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 16:43 in Arbil, it's 13:43 in Edinburgh. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,206 feet between the two airports. Edinburgh Airport sits lower than Erbil International Airport.

The return flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Arbil (EBL) follows a heading of 102° (east 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 Erbil International Airport (EBL) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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