Travelling from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
Edinburgh is seven hours ahead of San Diego. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from San Diego to EDI.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from San Diego to EDI. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:
Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in around 2 hours 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to EDI flight:
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near EDI:
Pick up an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your San Diego to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Rs86,775 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport. A return flight starts from Rs171,803. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from San Diego to EDI. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest San Diego to Edinburgh Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from San Diego to EDI.
Find a cheap flight from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Edinburgh. June is when most people book flights from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your San Diego to EDI flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Edinburgh right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Edinburgh itinerary.
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 taken in the sights of Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United Kingdom, head for Preston, roughly 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden are key highlights.
