The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 9,575 kilometers (5,950 miles / 5,170 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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 Peru. 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 06:16 in Edinburgh, it's 01:16 in Rioja. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,572 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 33° (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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.