Flying from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Seattle has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Seattle.
Your flight from Seattle to EDI won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Seattle to EDI departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Located around 14 miles from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can arrive at LKE from central Seattle in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 2 miles or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to EDI flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Travel at your own pace with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Seattle to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is about 7 miles from central Edinburgh. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport is $265. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $492. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to EDI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Affordable Seattle to Edinburgh Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Edinburgh. June is when most people book flights from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Seattle to EDI plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Edinburgh to range from 48ºF to 68ºF.
January has temperatures of between 30ºF and 45ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Edinburgh right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Edinburgh Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия are highlights which should feature on any good Edinburgh itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Edinburgh. Around 180 miles away to the south, top sights here include Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United Kingdom, consider Preston, about 150 miles south of Edinburgh. Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden are among its highlights.
