Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport flight connection time

The most important factor to know when a route has a connecting flight is the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in the airport. It is always better to check this before booking a ticket. The MCT is also a deciding factor when a traveller makes a claim for compensation for a missed connection. You can see the minimum time required for connections in Edinburgh Airport below.

• Between domestic flights: 30 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 45 min.
• Between international flights: 60 min.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) terminal

Airport terminals are the sections - sometimes different buildings - that make it possible for air passengers to travel between the areas for boarding and disembarking from the plane and ground transport. It's very important to check which terminal you are leaving from or transferring through, as terminals in larger airports might be far from each other and passengers can need additional time to get to the right one. Edinburgh Airport has 1 Terminal.

Terminal 1 – Air France, British Airways, easyJet, Jet2.com, Ryanair and others

Getting from Edinburgh Airport to city centre

It might be a challenge to find the most comfortable way to get to the city centre when visiting a destination for the very first time. Public transportation isn’t always accessible directly from the terminals and taxis at the airport are often pricey. Our recommendation is to check all transport possibilities before the flight to make sure you choose the best option for your trip.

Go here for updated information and connections.

Edinburgh Airport bus

• Airlink 100
  Direction: Waverley Bridge
  Travel time (approx.): 30 min.
• Skylink 200
  Direction: Ocean Terminal
  Travel time (approx.): 50 min.
• Skylink 300
  Direction: Cameron Toll
  More information: here
• Night Line N22
  Direction: Ocean Terminal
  More information: here

Edinburgh Airport taxi

• Pick up point: outside the Terminal
  Travel time (approx.): 25 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 33 EUR

Where to have a rest in Edinburgh Airport

On occasion air passengers have prolonged waiting times between flights, such as overnight layovers or a flight delay until the following day. In such cases, it’s essential to note the potential places where you can spend time and have a nice break.

Edinburgh Airport lounges

Lounges are facilities in the airport which provide travellers with services such as food, drinks, relaxation spaces, free WIFI and showers, so that passengers can wait in comfort.

• Aspire Lounge
  Location: Departures
• No1 Lounges
  Location: Departures
• British Airways Lounge
  Location: Departures

Edinburgh Airport hotels

When your flight takes off the following day or the lounges aren’t suitable, you can opt to stay in a nearby hotel. Whereas some hotels are onsite, with others, passengers may need to leave the airport to get to the closest one. We have selected the best alternatives for you in case you opt to stay in a hotel between flights.

• DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh Airport
  Price: from 81 EUR per night
  Address: 100 Eastfield Rd, Ingliston, Edinburgh EH28 8LL, United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 131 519 4400
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• Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport
  Price: from 79 EUR per night
  Address: 101 Ingliston Rd, Ingliston, Edinburgh EH28 8AU, United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 131 333 4331
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• Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport (Newbridge)
  Price: from
  Address: 5 Hallbarns Crescent, Edinburgh EH28 8TH, United Kingdom
  Contact: +44 333 321 9224
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Edinburgh Airport restaurants

While travelling, it's essential to have enough food and drink. Whatever you’re looking for, whether it’s a snack for the plane, a place for coffee before an early flight, or a spot to take a rest and sit down during a layover, we have a selection of choices to fit your needs.

Go here to find a comprehensive overview of dining places in Edinburgh Airport.

• Krispy Kreme
  Description: doughnuts and coffee
  Location: before and after security
• Costa Coffee
  Description: coffee, warm and cold drinks, desserts, sandwiches and salads
  Location: before and after security
• Burger King
  Description: fast food restaurant
  Location: after security
• Barburrito
  Description: Mexican cuisine
  Location: after security
• Pret a Manger
  Description: sandwiches, salads, pastries, soups, hot wraps, and desserts
  Location: after security
• YO!
  Description: sushi and other healthy fast food to go
  Location: after security

Edinburgh Airport shops

If you leave your souvenir buying to the last possible minute, or you just have time to kill before flying, it's worthwhile visiting the airport shops. To find the top shops for your needs, check out the guide below.

Follow this link for a comprehensive overview.

• World
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: after security
• WHSmith
  Description: newspapers, magazines, books, drinks, snacks, and sweets
  Location: before and after security
• JD Sports
  Description: sportswear
  Location: after security
• Dixons Travel
  Description: electrical store
  Location: after security
• The Boy Wizard
  Description: Harry Potter official merchandise
  Location: after security

Edinburgh Airport car rental

Sometimes you need to travel by car, or it may be the most pleasurable way of getting around for your trip. The list below will help you to select the right car hire company for your journey.

• Hertz
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, Sat-Sun: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  Contact: +44 843 309 3025
• Europcar
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
  Contact: +44 371 384 3406
• Avis
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM, daily
  Contact: +44 034 454 46004
• Budget
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM, daily
  Contact: +44 344 544 4605
• Enterprise
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +44 131 333 0400

Other services in Edinburgh EDI Airport

Here are some other useful amenities in the airport that you may want to visit while on your journey.

• Bag Wrapping
  Opening hours: 04:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily
  Contact: email: edinburgh@luggage-point.co.uk
• Lost & Found
• Family facilities
• Prayer Room

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