Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stuttgart Airport (STR): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stuttgart Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Stuttgart's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Stuttgart one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your EDI to STR flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Eurowings has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Stuttgart Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Stuttgart — and maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Eurowings on this route.
Eurowings is the most punctual carrier that offers EDI to STR flights, with 75.0% of its services arriving as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Stuttgart Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and STR:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stuttgart Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Stuttgart Airport (STR)
If you're coming in on a late Edinburgh Airport to Stuttgart Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near STR:
Grab a Stuttgart Airport rental car and explore Stuttgart and beyond with your own set of wheels. Flex To Go, Alamo and Enterprise are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Stuttgart Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to central Stuttgart
Stuttgart Airport to the centre of Stuttgart has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stuttgart Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Stuttgart based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stuttgart Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Stuttgart, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EDI to STR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Stuttgart has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. Around 193 kilometres east of Stuttgart, a visit to Munich will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Marienplatz, Theresienwiese and Deutsches Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Germany, consider Essen, roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Stuttgart. PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum are key reasons to visit.