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 Manchester take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 282 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 Manchester

282

Kilometres (km)

175

Miles (mi)

152

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Edinburgh to Manchester is approximately 282 km. The typical flight time is 1h 50m.

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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→Direct flights Edinburgh to Manchester →Flight duration Edinburgh to Manchester →Cheapest day to fly Edinburgh to Manchester →Flights Edinburgh to Manchester

Nearby airports

Near Edinburgh

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

Near Manchester

Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)38 km
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)70 km
East Midlands Airport (EMA)86 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Edinburgh to Manchester is approximately 282 km (175 miles).