Flying from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, making Edinburgh five hours ahead of Pittsburgh.
To ensure you get on your PIT to EDI flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. These are the top stopovers between PIT and EDI:
Boston Logan International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Right now, C$489 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$980. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from PIT to EDI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PIT to EDI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
You'll find PIT at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
Of the flights that depart from Pittsburgh International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Pittsburgh International Airport from central Pittsburgh, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to PIT? If you're boarding an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're getting in on a late Pittsburgh International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near EDI:
Pick up a Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Edinburgh in March.
Before locking in your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PIT to EDI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a visit to Manchester will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
