How to find cheap flights to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Currently, Rs37,211 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Edinburgh Airport. Or you can reserve a round-trip plane ticket to EDI for Rs94,205.
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Score a bargain on tickets to Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located, by booking early. You're more likely to find an awesome deal and have a wider selection of flight options.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to Edinburgh by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' filter. This will allow you to browse prices for all the nearest airports at your departure and destination points and could help you save money.
Consider taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes can often save you money. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Edinburgh Airport.
Best time to go to Edinburgh
The cheapest month to hop on a flight to Edinburgh is usually May.
If you can be flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to EDI.
Head to Edinburgh in June if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to EDI, but also when tickets can be more expensive.
The quietest time of the year to travel is February. Book your plane tickets to Edinburgh then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
With averages of between 9ºC and 20ºC, July is when Edinburgh is at its warmest. Plan your visit around your preferred weather conditions to make the most of your trip.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -1ºC to 7ºC.
Want to avoid grey skies? April is the driest month in Edinburgh, averaging six days of rain.
August has the wettest weather. You can expect around 11 days of rainfall if you visit during this time.
Flying to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Edinburgh Airport, these popular airlines make reaching Edinburgh a breeze:
Think about booking your EDI plane ticket with Delta. It's the top-performing carrier for punctuality, with up to 93% of flights to this hub sticking to schedule.
When you arrive at EDI, you'll be in the UTC+0 timezone.
Slip into bed not long after your flight to EDI. Book a room at one of these stays close to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be snoozing in no time:
Start your Edinburgh trip sooner by collecting a car hire in EDI. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are major suppliers to take your pick of here.
Edinburgh Airport has an on-time rating of 68%, which reflects how often departing flights arrive as planned. This can be helpful to know if you're planning a tight connection or have somewhere to be not long after landing.
Getting to central Edinburgh from Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
EDI is located about 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh.
Once you've landed from your flight to EDI, the drive to the centre takes around 30 minutes.
Take public transport and you'll be there in roughly 40 minutes.
Edinburgh comes with plenty of great places to check in. Here's a lineup of comfy hotels to put on your short list:
Edinburgh highlights
Put these popular sights on your must-do list after stepping off your flight to Edinburgh:
Edinburgh Castle: Around 0.64 kilometres south-west of the centre in Old Town, this landmark is a memorable introduction to what the city has to offer.
Princes Street Gardens: You'll discover this park roughly 0.32 kilometres south-west of the centre in Old Town. It's a great spot to take some time out while exploring Edinburgh.
Шотландия: Hit up this landmark next. Around 0.64 kilometres south-west of the city centre in Old Town, it's worth checking out to get the full Edinburgh experience.
How to get to Glasgow from Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Heading for the nearby city of Glasgow? It's about 64 kilometres from EDI. Allow around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
Allow roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling to Glasgow on public transport.
Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Dundee
If Dundee is where you want to be, public transport should take around 1 hour 30 minutes from Edinburgh Airport. This city is about 64 kilometres from EDI.
It'll take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so to drive to Dundee.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Up for more exploring? Glasgow offers a fresh angle on your visit to the United Kingdom. It's about 56 kilometres west of Edinburgh and features Glasgow West End, Glasgow Cathedral and King's Theatre. The major airport for this city is Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Another city in the United Kingdom that will quickly win you over is Manchester. From Edinburgh, it's around 290 kilometres south and offers highlights like Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour and Royal Exchange Theatre. Stop by Manchester Christmas Market too. Manchester Airport (MAN) is the city's main airport.
About 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Preston makes for a memorable detour. Good reasons to visit include Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.