EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
6,843 km
4,252 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
6,843 km
4,252 mi / 3,695 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
111°
east southeast

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EDI SCT
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code EDI SCT
ICAO Code EGPH OYSQ
City Edinburgh Socotra Islands
Country United Kingdom Yemen
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Aden
Elevation 135 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 12.630000, 53.910000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 6,843 kilometers (4,252 miles / 3,695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

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 Yemen. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:56 in Edinburgh, it's 22:56 in Socotra Islands. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 328° (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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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