Flying from Inverness Airport (INV) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Inverness.
Leave plenty of time to catch your INV to EDI flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Inverness Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between INV and EDI:
Bristol Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Inverness Airport (INV) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Inverness Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is C$102. A round-trip plane ticket is currently C$292. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from INV to EDI, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Inverness Airport to Edinburgh Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from INV to EDI.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Inverness Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Inverness Airport (INV)
Of the flights that depart from Inverness Airport, 65.54% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Inverness Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Inverness. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your vacation off to a relaxed start by staying near INV. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Inverness Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Book a hotel close to EDI if you have a late Inverness Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Inverness Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Edinburgh. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Inverness Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from INV to EDI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey around 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, about 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key highlights.