EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
8,207 km
5,100 miles
WJF
Lancaster
United States
Distance
8,207 km
5,100 mi / 4,432 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
309°
northwest

Airport Comparison

EDI WJF
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport General Wm J Fox Airfield
IATA Code EDI WJF
ICAO Code EGPH KWJF
City Edinburgh Lancaster
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 135 ft 2,351 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 34.740000, -118.220000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Lancaster (WJF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to General Wm J Fox Airfield (WJF) in Lancaster, United States is 8,207 kilometers (5,100 miles / 4,432 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:02 in Edinburgh, it's 04:02 in Lancaster. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,216 feet between the two airports. General Wm J Fox Airfield sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.

The return flight from Lancaster (WJF) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 32° (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 General Wm J Fox Airfield (WJF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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