Travelling from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of Victoria.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your YYJ to EDI flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is 253 €. A return fare right now is 642 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from YYJ to EDI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YYJ to EDI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Victoria International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Of all flights leaving Victoria International Airport, 67.45% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Victoria International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Victoria. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near YYJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're landing on a late Victoria International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near EDI:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz to explore Edinburgh and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle 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
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Victoria International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Edinburgh in January.
When reserving your flight from Victoria International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYJ to EDI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Edinburgh is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you should also see. Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.