Travelling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of New Orleans.
Your MSY to EDI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MSY and EDI include:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Currently, Rs73,121 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs183,171. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MSY to EDI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MSY land on schedule 81.19% of the time.
Central New Orleans to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near MSY:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MSY to EDI around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Edinburgh has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.