Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Porto and Edinburgh follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
You can choose from three weekly Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OPO to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Edinburgh (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that operates OPO to EDI flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between OPO and EDI include:
London Gatwick Airport
Dublin Airport
London Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
At the moment, 19 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 58 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from OPO to EDI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from OPO to EDI.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Porto Airport, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Porto Airport from central Porto, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near OPO? If you're catching an early flight from Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're landing on a late Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Pick up a Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from Porto Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OPO to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its top 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. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.