Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tampa: what you need to know
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Tampa is 4 hours behind Edinburgh.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from EDI to Tampa. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from EDI to Tampa. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you hold a passport from United Kingdom, you'll need an ETA to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to EDI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tampa
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa is C$530. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$961. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EDI to Tampa if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to show the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa is around 13 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 57 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is roughly 29 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. Following your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa, it'll take you around 23 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 11 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from EDI to Tampa:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Tampa, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from EDI to Tampa in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
Start your Tampa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tampa, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are popular attractions which should be on any good Tampa itinerary.
Complete your Tampa trip with a car rental
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