Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is three hours behind Manama.
To ensure you catch your BAH to EDI flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bahrain International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BAH and EDI include:
London Heathrow Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
At the moment, R 2,766 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,322. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BAH to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from BAH to EDI is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bahrain International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85.53% of flights that depart BAH arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Bahrain International Airport from central Manama, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BAH:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're arriving on a late Bahrain International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near EDI:
Pick up an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
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.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Edinburgh in January.
When booking your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BAH to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to check off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.