Edinburgh Travel Guide

Edinburgh Airport

Airport Code

EDI

Full Airport Name

Edinburgh International Airport

Location

The airport is eight miles (13km) west of Edinburgh.

Time Zone

GMT (GMT +1 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).

Phone Number

Tel: +44 0)844 481 8989.

Ground Transport

Airlink 100 buses connect between the airport and the city center every 10 minutes, from early morning until after midnight, and cost £3.50 (calling at the Waverley and Haymarket train stations); the journey takes approximately 25 minutes. There are many alternative buses including Night bus N22, Service 35 and Airdirect 747, that run to the city center via a couple of stops en route. Stops for public buses are situated at stand 18 on the terminal forecourt road outside the UK Arrivals Hall. The designated taxi rank is also outside the UK Arrivals Hall beside the coach park. Car rental companies are also available.

Car Rental

There is a new car rental center located next to the parking area, connected to the terminal by a covered walkway. Car rental companies include Alamo, Avis, Europcar, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz and National.

Airport Taxis

The taxi ranks for airport taxis and city black cabs are outside the east end of the airport terminal. The drive to the city center takes approximately 25 minutes and costs about £18.50. Taxi arrangements are managed by Onward Travel.

Airport Facilities

Facilities at the airport include ATMs, a bureau de change, shops, pharmacy, wi-fi, children's play area, baby change rooms, restaurants and bars. The Servicair Executive Lounge is available to departing passengers on the first floor past security, bookings can be made online via the airport's website. OHM Therapies is located near Gate 7 and offers a range of massages. The airport also has an art gallery displaying Scottish works near Gate 12. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.

Car Parking

The short-term car park is adjacent to the terminal building. The long-term car park is a few minutes away; a courtesy bus ferries passengers to the terminal. The airport offers Fast Track parking for speedy terminal access. There are discounts available if parking is pre-booked; book online or call +44 (0)121 410 5105.

Departure Tax

None.

Website

www.edinburghairport.com