Flying from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is two hours behind Alexandria and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your HBE to EDI flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Borg El Arab Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HBE and EDI:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
R 1,601 is the best price for a one-way Borg El Arab Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 4,272. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HBE to EDI, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Edinburgh Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
75.72% of flights leaving from Borg El Arab Airport make it to their destination on time.
Borg El Arab Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Alexandria. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria and Relaxation Villa With Private Pool are near HBE. They're an especially good choice if you're taking off early.
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're coming in on a late Borg El Arab Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near EDI:
Hit the road running by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz to explore Edinburgh and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Edinburgh Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Edinburgh in January.
Before locking in your flight from Borg El Arab 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).
Look for cheap tickets from HBE to EDI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
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 full itinerary ahead.
Glasgow is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without experiencing Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.