Flying from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is nine hours behind Tokyo. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tokyo to EDI, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Tokyo to EDI departing from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Haneda Airport:
Of all flights leaving Haneda Airport, 73.52% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport. Check out these connections between Narita International Airport and EDI:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to NRT from the centre of Tokyo in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Tokyo to EDI flight, stay in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport:
70.53% of flights taking off from Narita International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
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 Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Central Edinburgh is around 11 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Right now, $656 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,782. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tokyo to EDI. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is when most people book flights from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Plan your visit to Edinburgh in February for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Tokyo to EDI flight ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Edinburgh to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Edinburgh right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Tokyo to Edinburgh Airport:
Edinburgh Castle and Crown Jewels are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Edinburgh itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Шотландия.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Preston is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.