How to Get to Edinburgh

Airports, onward transport, and entry requirements for Edinburgh, Scotland.

Getting There

Nearest Airport: Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Flight Hubs: London (1h), Amsterdam (2h), Paris (2h), Dublin (1.5h), direct from New York and Dubai
Local Transport: Tram from airport to city centre (£9, 30 min). Lothian Buses cover the city (£2 per journey, day ticket £4.50). Old Town is walkable.
Visa: EU/US/most passports: visa-free up to 6 months (UK ETA required for many nationalities from 2025, £10)
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