Travelling from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Atlanta.
Flights from ATL to EDI start at 19:00 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is at 23:15 with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can take your pick of four weekly Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your ATL to EDI flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Edinburgh (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is a cinch with Delta. This popular airline offers direct flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Delta on this route.
Delta is the most punctual carrier that operates ATL to EDI flights. A dependable 85.71% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between ATL and EDI include:
New York Newark Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is Rs64,933. A return fare right now is Rs161,607. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ATL to EDI, book your journey four months before your departure date.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
77% of flights that depart Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near ATL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Pick up a Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Edinburgh in March.
Lock in your flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to go to Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATL to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
