Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bridgetown Airport (BGI): what you need to know
Bridgetown's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Bridgetown four hours behind Edinburgh.
Your EDI to BGI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Bridgetown Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between EDI and BGI include:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
Rs146,141 is the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Bridgetown Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs208,512. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from EDI to BGI, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Bridgetown Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EDI to BGI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Bridgetown Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near EDI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bridgetown Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
Book a hotel near BGI if you're catching a late Edinburgh Airport to Bridgetown Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bridgetown Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drive A Matic, Stoutes or BAJAN CAR RENTALS and explore beyond Bridgetown's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bridgetown Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Bridgetown Airport (BGI) to central Bridgetown
Bridgetown Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Bridgetown. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
January is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Bridgetown Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Bridgetown in March.
When reserving your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bridgetown Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bridgetown, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to BGI in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Barbados
Speightstown is just one of the many cities in Barbados waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bridgetown. Around 18 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Heywoods Beach, Grenade Hall Forest and Signal Station and Arlington House Museum.
Oistins is another favourite destination in Barbados and is around 10 kilometres east of Bridgetown. No trip is complete without seeing Silver Rock Beach, Enterprise Beach and Long Bay.