Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Edinburgh on the eDreams website?

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At eDreams, we make it easy to find the perfect flight to Edinburgh, with fares starting from just $ 13. Our smart tech searches for the best deals, giving you heaps of options. Whether you’re after the cheapest fare or the most convenient schedule, we make planning your trip dead simple.

Question 2

What airlines fly to Edinburgh?

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These are the airlines with direct flights to Edinburgh:

Ryanair flies direct to Edinburgh from Dublin, Rome, and Paris.
Easyjet also offers direct flights to Edinburgh from Amsterdam, Paris, and Geneva. Perfect if you want a straightforward trip from these cities.
Ryanair UK flies direct from London and Belfast, and they also have service from Dublin.

Here are some other options for flights to Edinburgh that might include a stopover:

Klm Royal Dutch Airlines flies to Edinburgh from Tokyo, Helsinki, and Florence.
Lufthansa also heads to Edinburgh from Sydney, Dubai, and Brisbane, giving you a few handy departure options.
Finally, Turkish Airlines flies to Edinburgh from lots of spots, including Perth, Brisbane, and Sydney.

Question 3

When traveling to Edinburgh, what's the recommended arrival time at the airport before my flight?

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To kick off your trip without any dramas, rock up to the airport 2–3 hours before your flight. This gives you plenty of time to check in, get through security, customs, and drop off your bags, and leaves room in case anything crops up.

With eDreams, you can snag top-flight deals to Edinburgh from over 38 cities. We’ve also got extras to make your airport time a breeze – priority boarding, extra luggage, and lounge access for a bit of comfort.

For extra peace of mind, think about picking a refundable fare or chucking on some travel insurance so you can start your trip feeling ready and relaxed.

Question 4

How many airports serve Edinburgh?

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Edinburgh is served by 1 airport[s]. The main one, Turnhouse, flies to 38 cities, with heaps of domestic and international options. The most popular flights head to Amsterdam, Dublin, and London. Whether you’re travelling for work or a holiday, there’s plenty of ways to get where you need to go.

Question 5

How far is the airport from the city center in Edinburgh?

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The Turnhouse, which serves Edinburgh, is about 10 kms from the city centre. Its handy location makes it easy for travellers to get to all the main attractions and amenities.

Question 6

What is the average cost to travel from the Edinburgh airport to the city center?

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When getting from the airport to the city, you’ve got a few options:

Public Transport: For around 4.42 $ per person, you can jump on a bus or train – cheap and easy.

Taxi: A taxi from Turnhouse to the city centre usually costs about 8.04 $ per kilometre. Perfect if you’ve got heaps of luggage or want to get there quick-smart.

Car Rental: For the ultimate freedom to explore Edinburgh at your own pace, grab a car with eDreams. Pick it up at Turnhouse and hit the road straight to your destination, stopping wherever you like along the way.

Question 7

What's a reasonable budget for a trip to Edinburgh?

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Planning a trip to Edinburgh? Here’s a quick run-down of what you might expect to spend on grub and drinks:

Affordable Dining: 36.20 $
Moderate Dining: 160.89 $
Cheap Restaurant: 14.54 $
Local Beer: 12.07 $
Imported Beer: 10.06 $
Coffee: 7.88 $
Soft Drinks: 4.29 $
Bottled Water: 3.27 $

Question 8

What's the weather like in Edinburgh?

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If you’re chasing sunshine, the best time to visit Edinburgh is during July, June, and August, when the average temperature hits around 17.8 °C. These months are also the sunniest, with heaps of sunshine – around 56.38 hours a day.

For cooler weather, plan your trip for January, February, and December, when temps drop to about 0.3 °C.

Want to avoid the wet stuff? Best to skip Edinburgh during January, February, and March, when rainfall peaks at around 4.5 mm. The driest months are January, February, and March, with just 0 mm of rain on average.

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