Edinburgh Airport
General information
Edinburgh Airport is the busiest airport in Scotland, named as the best airport in the country. Public transport between the airport and the centre of Edinburgh is well organized. Since May 2014, you can travel by taxi, bus and tram between Edinburgh Airport and Edinburgh.
Location
Where is Edinburgh Airport situated?
The airport is located on the western side of the city, where the M8 motorway and M9 motorway converge. From the city, the airport is easily accessible via the A8 road.
How many terminals does Edinburgh Airport have?
Edinburgh Airport has one runway and one passenger terminal. The terminal consists of two floors, the Departures hall is located on the first floor. The check-in desks and Arrivals hall (Domestic, International 1, International 2) can be found on the ground floor. The South East Pier (Gates 17-29) is accessible from the Main Terminal via a covered walkway.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Edinburgh Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in United Kingdom.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | 68km |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | 92km |
| Newcastle Airport | 146km |
| Aberdeen Airport | 156km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh is 13 kilometres. By car, it takes 20 minutes to get to the centre of Edinburgh.
From EDI Airport to Edinburgh City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Edinburgh Airport by public transport. If you opt for public transport to and from Edinburgh Airport you can travel by bus and tram. Visit the Edinburgh Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Edinburgh Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Edinburgh is about £ 30.-. Book your taxi at Edinburgh Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From EDI Airport to Edinburgh City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Edinburgh Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), Europcar, National (Enterprise Holdings), Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, Sixt, Thrifty (The Hertz Corporation) and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Edinburgh Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Edinburgh Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Edinburgh Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Edinburgh Airport.
Flight tickets
Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.
Which airlines fly from and to Edinburgh Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Edinburgh Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Ryanair
- easyJet
- Jet2
- TUI Airways
- British Airways
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Edinburgh Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Hotels in Edinburgh
Looking for the best hotels in Edinburgh? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Edinburgh Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
City Sightseeing Edinburgh: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Hop-on to a City Sightseeing Edinburgh bus tour and enjoy unlimited hop on hop off for 24 hours. Discover sights such as Edinburgh Castle and the Grassmarket, as you travel on an open-top, double-decker bus with panoramic views of the city.
Edinburgh Castle: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Skip the lines for a 1.5-hour tour of Edinburgh Castle and hear stories of one of the world’s most heroic and bloody national histories. Enjoy panoramic views over Edinburgh and learn about the kings, queens, and soldiers that lived in the castle.
Reviews
Have you visited Edinburgh Airport lately? So far, 3 airport passengers have written an airport review about Edinburgh Airport. This airport has an average score of 2 out of 5. Provide other airport travellers with essential airport information and tell us about your airport experience.
Latest airport reviews
Was at Edinburgh Airport at 8am today. It was so cold. We had breakfast at All Bar One. Breakfast was warm..not hot. We moved to Weatherspoons because it was cold.
And Weatherspoons was NOT any warmer. Edinburgh Airport...PLEASE turn heating up? It is October.
I was refused boarding because special assistance team could not get to me in time and was forced to spend the night in my wheelchair. It was a longer story trying to sort things out but this review is not a novel... KEEP IN MIND: if you have booked the assistance with your airline and go through security check without going to the assistance desk first you are stuck. Seems departments there don't use the same system
Edinburgh Aiport is a nice medium sized airport. However, the airport is really overcrowded. There is not much seating room and not enough walking space in for example the check-in area.