Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Singapore: what you need to know
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8. The city is eight hours ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your EDI to Singapore flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from EDI to Singapore, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Singapore? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Singapore
R 5,428 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Singapore flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 11,009. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from EDI to Singapore. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Singapore across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from EDI to Singapore.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Singapore.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel near SIN if you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Singapore. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Changi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion to explore Singapore and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Changi International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Singapore.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Singapore, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Following your EDI to Singapore flight, settle in at a hotel near XSP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Singapore. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Singapore in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Edinburgh Airport to Singapore flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Singapore in January when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Singapore
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Singapore right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Singapore:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands and Universal Studios Singapore are highlights which should feature on any good Singapore itinerary.