Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is seven hours ahead of Santa Ana and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your SNA to EDI flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John Wayne Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SNA and EDI:
O'Hare International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
R 6,562 is the lowest price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start from R 13,242. These prices may change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SNA to EDI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from John Wayne Airport to Edinburgh Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
You'll find SNA at 18601 Airport Way.
81.53% of flights leaving John Wayne Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from SNA.
John Wayne Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near SNA? If you've booked an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late John Wayne Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Travel at your own speed with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and chase adventure across Edinburgh and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from John Wayne Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Edinburgh. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from John Wayne Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SNA to EDI sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Edinburgh, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Journey around 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.