Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
Dresden's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Dresden one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
Leave enough time to catch your EDI to DRS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Dresden International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between EDI and DRS:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Dresden International Airport flight is 126 €. A return ticket is currently 229 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to DRS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Dresden International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from EDI to DRS.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Dresden International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that depart Edinburgh Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Dresden International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Edinburgh Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DRS instead:
Pick up a Dresden International Airport rental car and explore Dresden and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dresden International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden International Airport to the centre of Dresden has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Dresden International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Dresden. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Dresden International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to DRS in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Dresden is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. About 161 kilometres north of Dresden, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.