Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Edmonton is six hours behind Edinburgh and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Your EDI to YEG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Edmonton International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between EDI and YEG include:
Calgary International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
$522 is the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $952. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from EDI to YEG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from EDI to YEG.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights complete their journey on time.
Edinburgh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to YEG if you're catching a late Edinburgh Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Edmonton International Airport rental car and discover Edmonton and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Edmonton International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport to the centre of Edmonton has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Edmonton International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Edmonton based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Edmonton International Airport for July if you want to go to Edmonton during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EDI to YEG sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Edmonton, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres south to Calgary to tick off its leading sights. From Calgary Tower to Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Saskatoon is another essential stop in Canada and is around 483 kilometres east of Edmonton. No journey is complete without visiting Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre.