Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport takes an average of 3 hours 19 minutes. The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which makes it 1 hour behind Rome.
Flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport start from 06:15 — the first with Jet2. The last departure is the 16:55 service with Jet2. In total, you can choose from 3 services every week from FCO to EDI.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jet2 is your gateway to exploring Edinburgh (and perhaps some other great parts of United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport offered by this carrier.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FCO and EDI are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from FCO to EDI, check whether you need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated frequently. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 54 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 121 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from FCO to EDI, book your journey 10 months ahead of the departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from FCO to EDI. You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have fallen. We'll let you know when the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Rome, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport can be reached in about 39 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport is roughly 51 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FCO:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near EDI:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh is around 31 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to visit Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from FCO to EDI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip right by finding the perfect stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from FCO to EDI, check out our range of hotel options including:
Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Edinburgh to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Scotland.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Edinburgh stay.