Flying from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is eight hours ahead of San Diego.
Your flight from San Diego to EDI won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from San Diego to EDI that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SAN and EDI include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is about 48 kilometres. Consider transport options and possible delays when working out the fastest route to the airport.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your San Diego to EDI flight, unwind in one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport:
Flights from McClellan-Palomar Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 88% of them touching down right on cue.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Reserve a hotel close to EDI if you have a late flight from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport. Choose one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your San Diego to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
The centre of Edinburgh is about 11 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport is R 4,397. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 11,918. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from San Diego to EDI, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable San Diego to Edinburgh Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from San Diego to EDI.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Edinburgh. July is when most people book flights from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your San Diego to EDI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Edinburgh Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Edinburgh:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Edinburgh when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Royal Mile followed by Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a visit to Manchester will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Preston is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Brockholes, Avenham and Miller Parks and Samlesbury Hall.
