EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
7,406 km
4,602 miles
TKQ
Kigoma
Tanzania
Distance
7,406 km
4,602 mi / 3,999 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
144°
southeast

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EDI TKQ
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Kigoma Airport
IATA Code EDI TKQ
ICAO Code EGPH HTKA
City Edinburgh Kigoma
Country United Kingdom Tanzania
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 135 ft 2,700 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 -4.890000, 29.670000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Kigoma (TKQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Kigoma Airport (TKQ) in Kigoma, Tanzania is 7,406 kilometers (4,602 miles / 3,999 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.

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 Tanzania. 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 22:43 in Edinburgh, it's 01:43 in Kigoma. 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 2,565 feet between the two airports. Kigoma Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Kigoma (TKQ) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 341° (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 Kigoma Airport (TKQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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