Flying from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is ten hours ahead of Honolulu.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your HNL to EDI flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Honolulu International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. New York John F. Kennedy Airport is a popular stopover on the HNL to EDI route.
Handy information about Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
Honolulu International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart HNL arrive at their destination without delay.
Honolulu International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Honolulu. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near HNL:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Book a hotel close to EDI if you're catching a late Honolulu International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Honolulu International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Edinburgh in March.
Lock in your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HNL to EDI around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Travel around 290 kilometres south to Manchester to tick off its leading attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.