Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Bristol and Edinburgh are both in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
You can choose from 42 weekly Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with easyJet is the earliest you can take. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 22:00.
Give yourself enough time to make your BRS to EDI flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
EasyJet is your gateway to exploring Edinburgh (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BRS and EDI include:
George Best Belfast City Airport
Belfast International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
24 € is the lowest price for a one-way Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start at 55 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from BRS to EDI by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BRS to EDI.
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Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
When it comes to Bristol Airport's on-time performance, 69.8% of flights complete their journey on time.
Bristol Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Bristol. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near BRS? If you're boarding an early flight from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Explore without limits with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and see more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Edinburgh. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BRS to EDI around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Glasgow, roughly 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are among the biggest draws.