Travelling from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is Columbus's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) departing from here.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is 4 hours ahead of Columbus. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
To ensure you catch your flight from Columbus to EDI, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Going away during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Columbus to EDI. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
CMH is roughly 13 kilometres from central Columbus. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late flight from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near EDI:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport is C$467. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,087. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to lock in flight tickets from Columbus to EDI. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of flight times and dates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when fares go down. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Columbus to EDI.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to travel to Edinburgh. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Edinburgh. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Columbus to EDI during then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Edinburgh right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are popular attractions which should feature on any good Edinburgh itinerary.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Edinburgh and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport.
