Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 9 hours ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your flight from EDI to Tokyo. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from EDI to Tokyo. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can enter Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Travelling from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tokyo
$664 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,223. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from EDI to Tokyo, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 58 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from EDI to Tokyo, unwind at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo. June is the busiest month to visit Tokyo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before you book a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from EDI to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
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