The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Ricardo Garcia Posada Airport (ESR) in El Salvador, Chile is 11,072 kilometers (6,880 miles / 5,978 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 236°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:22 in Edinburgh, it's 09:22 in El Salvador. 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 5,105 feet between the two airports. Ricardo Garcia Posada Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from El Salvador (ESR) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 31° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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