Flying from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is Minneapolis's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) departing from here.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Minneapolis. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
Your flight from Minneapolis to EDI won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Minneapolis to EDI. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
77.37% of flights that take off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Travel at your own pace with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and see more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week before your Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Central Edinburgh is around 11 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Currently, $661 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $896. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Minneapolis to EDI, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
February is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Minneapolis to EDI flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Edinburgh to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Edinburgh right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Minneapolis to Edinburgh Airport:
Edinburgh Castle and Crown Jewels are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Edinburgh travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Шотландия.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Manchester to check off its top sights. From Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Chinatown, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Preston is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without a visit to Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.