Travelling from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Dubai. Check out your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when organising your flight from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
Approximately 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is 4 hours behind Dubai. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the most popular route. There are 7 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Emirates at 15:20. Opt for the first DXB to EDI departure operated by Emirates at 14:50 if you want to get going earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Dubai to EDI.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) out of Dubai Airport (DXB).
You can get away on a direct flight from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport with Emirates. This well-known airline offers services from DXB.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Dubai to EDI. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central Dubai to DXB is roughly 14 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Want a handy hotel near Dubai Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Looking to fly out of Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) out of this busy hub.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and EDI:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 2 hours and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Dubai to EDI? Unwind in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near EDI:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 31 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
For a one-way ticket from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport, $285 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $531. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
It's best to book 9 months before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Dubai to EDI within that timeframe.
To snag the best deal on your tickets from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport, book your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a new deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for flight tickets from Dubai to EDI every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Edinburgh. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Edinburgh. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Dubai to EDI sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
After booking your flight from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Edinburgh:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are popular attractions which should be on any good Edinburgh itinerary.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Edinburgh and explore at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Dubai to Edinburgh Airport.