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 Manchester to Edinburgh take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 297 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: Manchester to Edinburgh

297

Kilometres (km)

185

Miles (mi)

160

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Manchester to Edinburgh is approximately 297 km. The typical flight time is 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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Nearby airports

Near Manchester

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

Near Edinburgh

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Manchester to Edinburgh is approximately 297 km (185 miles).