EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
8,605 km
5,347 miles
KAB
Kariba
Zimbabwe
Distance
8,605 km
5,347 mi / 4,646 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
148°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

EDI KAB
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Kariba International Airport
IATA Code EDI KAB
ICAO Code EGPH FVKB
City Edinburgh Kariba
Country United Kingdom Zimbabwe
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Harare
Elevation 135 ft 1,706 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 -16.520000, 28.890000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Kariba (KAB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Kariba International Airport (KAB) in Kariba, Zimbabwe is 8,605 kilometers (5,347 miles / 4,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:54 in Edinburgh, it's 14:54 in Kariba.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,571 feet between the two airports. Kariba International Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Kariba (KAB) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 342° (north 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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Kariba International Airport (KAB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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