Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Barcelona.
There are 18 Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights each week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BCN to EDI flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Edinburgh (and then other corners of the United Kingdom) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Ryanair.
EasyJet stands out as the most punctual carrier for BCN to EDI flights, with 93.33% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BCN and EDI include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
London City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is R 520. A round-trip fare right now is R 1,243. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BCN to EDI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BCN to EDI.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
80% of flights departing from Barcelona Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from BCN.
To reach Barcelona Airport from central Barcelona, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to BCN:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Barcelona Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BCN to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Manchester to tick off its popular sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are highlights.