Flying from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Dusseldorf has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
1 hour 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is one hour behind Dusseldorf.
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the most popular route, with 6 direct services each week. Get from DUS to EDI on Eurowings's 6:25am flight.
Your flight from Dusseldorf to EDI won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) can be booked from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport with Eurowings. This popular airline operates departures from DUS.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between DUS and EDI is Eurowings.
With 78.26% of services arriving as scheduled, Eurowings is the most punctual carrier on this route.
DUS is around 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Dusseldorf International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Dusseldorf International Airport, 78.28% arrive on time at their destination.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
You can book a direct Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) plane ticket with departures from Weeze Airport (NRN). Figure out if flying from NRN works better for your plans.
Ryanair operates direct flights from Dusseldorf to EDI out of NRN. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
Ryanair has the largest share of bookings on the NRN to EDI route.
With 67.74% of its services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier flying between Weeze Airport and Edinburgh Airport.
You can get to NRN from central Dusseldorf in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Weeze Airport the day before your Dusseldorf to EDI flight:
Flights from Weeze Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80.87% of them arriving as expected.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to EDI if you're catching a late flight from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around one week before your Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Central Edinburgh is around 11 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
R 331 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport. Return flights start at R 744. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
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The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Edinburgh. June is when most people book flights from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your Dusseldorf to EDI plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Edinburgh right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to Edinburgh Airport:
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Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a visit to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Preston is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without experiencing Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.
