Flying from Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Edinburgh is three hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Sao Paulo to EDI.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Sao Paulo to EDI with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between GRU and EDI include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
71% of flights leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can reach CGH from the centre of Sao Paulo in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Sao Paulo to EDI flight, stay in one of these hotels near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
VCP is roughly 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance rate of VCP is 74%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
The centre of Edinburgh is around 11 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Right now, Rs101,099 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs244,003. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to EDI, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Affordable Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Plan your visit to Edinburgh in December for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your Sao Paulo to EDI plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Edinburgh
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Edinburgh Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Edinburgh:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Edinburgh itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel about 290 kilometres south to Manchester to tick off its popular sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Preston is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Brockholes, Avenham and Miller Parks and Samlesbury Hall.