Traveling from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Edinburgh (where Edinburgh Airport is located) and Glasgow share the UTC+0 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Glasgow to EDI. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like October or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
Located around 8 miles from the center of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Glasgow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
70% of flights taking off from Glasgow Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
You can arrive at PIK from the center of Glasgow in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 30 miles or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Glasgow to EDI flight? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
77% of flights out of Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near EDI and turn in quicker:
Grab a Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is about 7 miles from central Edinburgh. How long it takes to get to the center by cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Currently, $44 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $97. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to EDI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
October is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Plan your visit to Edinburgh in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Glasgow to EDI plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Edinburgh to range from 48ºF to 68ºF.
January sees temperatures of between 30ºF and 45ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Edinburgh right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Glasgow to Edinburgh Airport:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Edinburgh when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Royal Mile followed by Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock.
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 seen the sights of Edinburgh. Around 180 miles away to the south, top sights here include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Preston is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 150 miles south of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without experiencing Brockholes, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.
