Flying from Eelde Airport (GRQ) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is one hour behind Groningen and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your GRQ to EDI flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to tour another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Eelde Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Palma de Mallorca Airport is a sought-after stop between GRQ and EDI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eelde Airport (GRQ) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
C$493 is the lowest price for a one-way Eelde Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start at C$847. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from GRQ to EDI, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Eelde Airport to Edinburgh Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Eelde Airport (GRQ)
Eelde Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 83.33% of flights that depart GRQ reach their destination on time.
To reach Eelde Airport from central Groningen, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near GRQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eelde Airport to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Book a hotel close to EDI if you're on a late Eelde Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Eelde Airport to Edinburgh Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Edinburgh in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from Eelde Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from GRQ to EDI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Glasgow, about 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are among its highlights.
