Travelling from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Edinburgh is one hour behind Milan and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from BGY to EDI start at 08:05 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 22:30 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of nine weekly Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BGY to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Flying into Edinburgh (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering BGY to EDI flights, with 69.44% of its services landing on time.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BGY and EDI:
Birmingham Airport
Cologne Airport
Paris Beauvais Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
18 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start at 45 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BGY to EDI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BGY to EDI.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Of the flights that depart from Milan Bergamo Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BGY:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to EDI if you're taking a late Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and discover more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Milan Bergamo Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BGY to EDI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.