Flying from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) leaving from here.
Around 6 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is four hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the busiest route, with 3 direct services every week. Get from PHL to EDI on American Airlines's 7:10pm departure.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to EDI.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) leave from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport with American Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from PHL.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between PHL and EDI is American Airlines.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to EDI that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between PHL and EDI include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
PHL is around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on time at their destination.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can reach TTN from central Philadelphia in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to EDI flight:
The majority of flights that depart Trenton-Mercer Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
The address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport is $725. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,121. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Book four months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to EDI.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
February is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Philadelphia to EDI flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Edinburgh to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Edinburgh when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Edinburgh Castle followed by Crown Jewels and Шотландия.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Preston is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without experiencing Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.
