Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Orlando: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando and you'll be travelling for around 8 hours.
Orlando is 4 hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Orlando operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 2 flights a week between the two airports, Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the busiest route. Catch Virgin Atlantic's 13:20 flight to get your journey from EDI to MCO underway.
Leave enough time to make your flight from EDI to Orlando. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando that arrives at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Book your ticket with Virgin Atlantic. This airline operates direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from EDI to Orlando, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you have a passport from United Kingdom, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Orlando
C$420 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando. Return flights start from C$775. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from EDI to Orlando.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from EDI to Orlando. There's no need to look every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to the centre of Orlando takes about 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MCO:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 36 minutes by car. Central Orlando is approximately 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 3 minutes.
After your flight from EDI to Orlando, unwind at a hotel near SFB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Orlando
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando. July is the most popular month for a trip to Orlando. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from EDI to Orlando in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Orlando:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Orlando.
Complete your Orlando trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Orlando and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Orlando.
