Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, making Edinburgh six hours ahead of San Antonio.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SAT to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Antonio International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SAT and EDI include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
$565 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,488. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from SAT to EDI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Antonio International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
You'll find SAT at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SAT make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
San Antonio International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central San Antonio. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SAT:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Book a hotel near EDI if you're on a late San Antonio International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the busiest month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Edinburgh in March.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from San Antonio International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SAT to EDI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.