How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Edinburgh to Cologne take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 872 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Edinburgh to Cologne

872

Kilometres (km)

542

Miles (mi)

471

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Edinburgh to Cologne is approximately 872 km. The typical flight time is 1h 45m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Edinburgh

Dundee Airport (DND)60 km
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)67 km
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)90 km

Near Cologne

Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)54 km
Dortmund Airport (DTM)80 km
Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST)96 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Edinburgh to Cologne is approximately 872 km (542 miles).