Flying from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) flying out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
2 hours 1 minute is the average journey time for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is 1 hour behind Frankfurt. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), with 26 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to EDI is the 10:55 Lufthansa service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 22:15 with Lufthansa.
Your flight from Frankfurt to EDI won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) operate out of this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport with Lufthansa. This popular carrier operates services from FRA.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Frankfurt to EDI. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London City Airport (LCY)
The distance from central Frankfurt to FRA is roughly 14 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)? Check out the fares flying out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
From HHN, direct flights from Frankfurt to EDI are available with Lufthansa.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport, browse these options when departing from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Frankfurt to EDI? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near EDI:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport from $85 or travel return from just $183. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
We recommend booking 9 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score flight tickets from Frankfurt to EDI then.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Edinburgh, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Edinburgh. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt to EDI during then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport.
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are highlights which should be on any well-planned Edinburgh itinerary.
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