Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Zurich Airport to Edinburgh Airport takes an average of 2 hours 15 minutes. The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, so it's 1 hour behind Zurich.
There are 16 flights from Zurich Airport to Edinburgh Airport weekly. Choose the 03:15 flight if you want to be on your way as soon as possible. If you'd like to get the most out of your day, the latest flight from ZRH to EDI departs at 22:35.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before booking your cheap ticket from ZRH to EDI, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
45 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Return flights start from 79 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Book 10 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ZRH to EDI.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Zurich to Zurich Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Got an early flight from Zurich Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ZRH:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Edinburgh in February.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to EDI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Edinburgh right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from ZRH to EDI:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are leading attractions which should be on every Edinburgh itinerary.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Edinburgh stay.