Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Edinburgh on eDreams?

Accepted Answer

At eDreams you will find flights from R297 to Edinburgh. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to Edinburgh.

Question 2

Which airlines fly to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

Airlines flying direct from South Africa to Edinburgh include:

Ryanair, with flights from Dublin, Marseille and from Shannon, for example.
Easyjet also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Bristol, Amsterdam and Birmingham.

Airlines with indirect flights to Edinburgh include:

Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, which flies from Cape Town, Johannesburg or Manila.
Turkish Airlines, with flights from Cape Town and Johannesburg, as well as from Zanzibar.
Air France, with flights from Cape Town, Johannesburg and also Bordeaux.

Question 3

How long before a flight to Edinburgh should I be at the airport?

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If you want to be on time for your flight to Edinburgh, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to Edinburgh departing from over 11 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to Edinburgh with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!

Question 4

What is the name of Edinburgh’s airport?

Accepted Answer

Edinburgh is served by 1 airport[s]. Edinburgh Airport operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 11 cities, such as Johannesburg, Cape Town and Harare, the most popular routes.

Question 5

How far is Edinburgh’s airport from the city centre?

Accepted Answer

Edinburgh’s airport Edinburgh Airport is located 10 kms from the city centre.

Question 6

How much is the trip from the airport to Edinburgh’s city centre?

Accepted Answer

Public transport: The price for the trip is about 48.16 R per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from Edinburgh Airport , the average price for the ride to Edinburgh centre is around 87.56 R per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in Edinburgh. Pick your preferred car type and get from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh city centre on your own terms.

Question 7

What is the weather like in Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to Edinburgh is in July, June and August, when the average temperature reaches 17.8 °C, while May, June and July are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 56.38 hours. 
However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit Edinburgh during January, February or December to experience an average of 0.3 °C. 
For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during January, February and March, when the average precipitation in Edinburgh is 4.5 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.

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