Flying from Knoxville Airport (TYS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Knoxville.
To ensure you catch your TYS to EDI flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as October, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Knoxville Airport (TYS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Currently, $485 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Knoxville Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,312. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from TYS to EDI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Knoxville Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from TYS to EDI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about Knoxville Airport (TYS)
TYS is located at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
76% of flights that depart Knoxville Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Knoxville to Knoxville Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Knoxville Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to TYS:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late Knoxville Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near EDI:
Grab a Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Knoxville Airport to Edinburgh Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Edinburgh. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Knoxville Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TYS to EDI around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.