How to find cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Italy
Grab a return flight from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Italy from $86, the cheapest price currently available.
That fare gets you from EDI into Milan Bergamo in Milan.
A one-way ticket starts at $44.
Not fixed on a destination? Let the lowest fares decide. Select 'Italy' in the 'To' field to discover the best deals by city.
Italy has around 35 international airports, so you have plenty of arrival options.
To compare a wider range of prices, select 'Add nearby airports' to include all airports close to where you're departing from and heading to.
For a cheaper fare, aim to book around one month before you travel. If your trip coincides with a busy period, it's worth booking even earlier.
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Best time to fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Italy
Hop on a flight from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Italy in January and you'll be travelling at one of the most affordable times of the year. Prices start at $86.
In general, travelling midweek can help you cut costs. Tuesdays and Wednesdays often mean lower fares.
July, August and September mark the busiest months to fly to Italy, with August the most popular of the three. You'll typically pay higher fares at this time.
If you want a less hectic trip, April, May and June are the least popular months to fly. May is the quietest month, which can make cheaper tickets easier to find.
Flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Italy: what to expect
Around 15 airports across Italy can be reached on a nonstop flight from Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
Roughly 48 direct flights link Edinburgh Airport (EDI) with destinations around Italy every week.
The main airlines operating direct from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Italy are:
When it comes to the most popular routes from Edinburgh Airport to Italy, Milan, Rome and Venice are high on many travellers' wishlists.
Milan is the quickest destination to reach at around 2 hours 25 minutes, while Catania has the longest flight time at roughly 3 hours 45 minutes.
The average journey on this route takes around 3 hours.
Popular places to visit in Italy
Now that your Edinburgh to Italy flights are confirmed, the rest of your travel plans can start to come together.
Milan
Located in Lombardy, this city is one of the top destinations for flights departing Edinburgh Airport and heading to Italy. Start your sightseeing at main attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
You'll discover plenty of flight deals touching down at Milan's busiest airport, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) give you even more options.
Ready to lock in your perfect base? Explore the selection of hotels in Milan.
Rome
Vatican Museums, Saint Peter’s Basilica and Vatican Hill are some of the first things you'll want to make time for in this Lazio city.
When it comes to where you'll land, your main options are Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
The same magic that powers our flight search can also help you find the best room rates online. Use it to compare prices and availability across hotels in Rome.
Venice
Well-known attractions to squeeze in while you're in this corner of Veneto include Grand Canal, Centro Storico di Venezia and Saint Mark's Basilica.
You can arrive through Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Venice Treviso Airport (TSF), depending on what makes sense for your route.
From brief visits to extended stays, hotels in Venice cover a wide range of budgets and travel styles.
Visiting Italy for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Make sure you know the entry rules before you head to the airport. Rules can vary depending on your passport, reason for travel and length of stay. Always check with reliable sources like your airline or embassy websites.
Euro (EUR) is the main currency. Paying for purchases is easy, with debit and credit cards accepted almost everywhere.
The population of Italy is about 59 million. Rome is the capital.
You won't need to adjust your watch while travelling through this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+1 in place.
August is one of the warmest months in Italy, with average high temperatures reaching 29ºC.
Time your visit for around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler. You'll experience lower temperatures of around 1ºC.
July tends to be the driest month, while November has the most rain.
Venice Carnival, the Venice Film Festival and the Infiorata flower festival are some of the well-known events here. Consider booking your getaway around moments like these for a different travel experience.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
With your cheap flight from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Italy locked in, it's time to plan the rest of your travels. Find the best prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Italy. You can also check out the car rental options in Italy and compare offers from trusted companies in seconds.






