Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
To break up your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the GLA - EDI route include:
Dublin Airport
London City Airport
Belfast International Airport
For a flight within United Kingdom, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring some kind of identification, like a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from GLA to EDI, make sure your ID is up to date before you jet off.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is C$63. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$133. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from GLA to EDI if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Use filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near GLA? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Edinburgh in February.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to visit Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from GLA to EDI sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
After locking in your flights from GLA to EDI, you'll need to find a place to stay in Edinburgh. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are attractions you won't want to skip in Edinburgh.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Edinburgh.