Flights to Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Q: How to get from the airport to the Edinburgh city center?

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Weather in Edinburgh

Average Weather

Month	Average monthly max temperature	Average monthly min temperature
January	5°C	1°C
February	6°C	2°C
March	8°C	2°C
April	10°C	3°C
May	13°C	6°C
June	16°C	8°C
July	18°C	10°C
August	17°C	10°C
September	15°C	9°C
October	12°C	7°C
November	8°C	4°C
December	6°C	2°C

Hottest Month

18°C

July

Coldest month

1°C

January

Sunny days

260

days per year

Snow days

days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday

20 Apr

11°C4°C

27 Apr

13°C6°C

Monday

21 Apr

89%

10°C4°C

28 Apr

16°C6°C

Tuesday

22 Apr

78%

12°C6°C

29 Apr

15°C8°C

Wednesday

23 Apr

86%

11°C7°C

30 Apr

15°C7°C

Thursday

24 Apr

89%

12°C7°C

1 May

18°C8°C

Friday

25 Apr

14°C6°C

2 May

89%

10°C4°C

Saturday

26 Apr

13°C8°C

3 May

84%

10°C2°C

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Showing prices in USD

Annual Avg. Price	253 USD
May 2025	241 USD
June 2025	225 USD
July 2025	193 USD
August 2025	240 USD
September 2025	189 USD
October 2025	239 USD
November 2025	248 USD
December 2025	264 USD
January 2026	261 USD
February 2026	245 USD
March 2026	251 USD
April 2026	436 USD

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best month to visit Edinburgh?

Summer is the best time to visit Edinburgh. From June to August, you can enjoy the beautiful weather in the capital of Scotland and see all its attractions.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

February is the cheapest month to travel to Edinburgh. Winter is considered the low season in Scotland. Use the price calendar on Kiwi.com to find the best dates for your next trip to Edinburgh!

Which Edinburgh airport is closer to the city?

Edinburgh’s only airport is Edinburgh (EDI) Airport, which is 11 kilometers from the city center. It is the sixth busiest airport in the UK.

How to get from the airport to the Edinburgh city center?

Type of transport	Travel time	Cost
Tram	35 minutes	$7
Bus	30 minutes	$6
Taxi	25 minutes	$28

How many days to spend in Edinburgh?

Two or three days will be enough to see all the main sights of Edinburgh. If you also want to see mountains, allocate five or six days for your trip to Edinburgh.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Edinburgh?

The standard recommendation is to book your tickets to Edinburgh at least three weeks before departure. So you can get the best price.

Is Edinburgh expensive for tourists?

Low-budget tourists spend $75–100 daily in Edinburgh, including accommodation, food, and attractions. A room in an average hotel in Edinburgh costs $70 for two. Snacks and street food in Edinburgh cost $3–5, while one meal in a nice restaurant costs about $20.

Is it safe to walk in Edinburgh at night?

Edinburgh is a safe city, but it is easy to get lost. Remember to take your smartphone with a navigator if you walk late at night.

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