EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,050 km
4,381 miles
RHG
Ruhengeri
Rwanda
Distance
7,050 km
4,381 mi / 3,807 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
142°
southeast

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EDI RHG
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Ruhengeri Airport
IATA Code EDI RHG
ICAO Code EGPH HRYU
City Edinburgh Ruhengeri
Country United Kingdom Rwanda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kigali
Elevation 135 ft 6,102 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 -1.500000, 29.630000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Ruhengeri (RHG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Ruhengeri Airport (RHG) in Ruhengeri, Rwanda is 7,050 kilometers (4,381 miles / 3,807 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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 Rwanda. 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 04:02 in Edinburgh, it's 06:02 in Ruhengeri.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,967 feet between the two airports. Ruhengeri Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Ruhengeri (RHG) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 340° (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 Ruhengeri Airport (RHG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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