Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sitia Airport (JSH): what you need to know
Sitia's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sitia two hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EDI to JSH flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Sitia Airport. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is a top stopover on the EDI to JSH route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sitia Airport (JSH)
R 3,315 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Sitia Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,339. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from EDI to JSH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sitia Airport.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on schedule at their destination.
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sitia Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to EDI:
Arriving at Sitia Airport (JSH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Sitia Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JSH instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Sitia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Hertz or Royal Rentals and chase adventure across Sitia and beyond.
Increase your chances of getting a great deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Sitia Airport several weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Sitia Airport (JSH) to central Sitia
Sitia Airport to the centre of Sitia has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sitia Airport (JSH)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sitia Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Sitia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sitia Airport for August if you'd like to visit Sitia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to JSH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Sitia, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Journey around 370 kilometres north-west to Athens to check off its popular sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Set out 386 kilometres north-west from Sitia and you'll find yourself in Acharnes, another favourite among visitors to Greece. Be sure to check out Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
