Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Perth.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PER to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Perth Airport to Edinburgh Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PER and EDI:
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
At the moment, $787 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,867. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from PER to EDI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Perth Airport to Edinburgh Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from PER to EDI is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Perth Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of all flights leaving Perth Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near PER. Whether you've booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Reserve a hotel near EDI if you're taking a late Perth Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Perth Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Perth 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 to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PER to EDI sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you want to check out another corner of the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among its highlights.