Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is Scotland's busiest airport and a key gateway for domestic and international travel. Located just seven miles west of Edinburgh city centre, it serves over 12 million passengers annually and offers direct flights to destinations across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and beyond. The airport features modern facilities, a variety of shops, restaurants, bars and efficient security processes to ensure smooth travel experiences.
Edinburgh Airport operates flights with major airlines such as British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair, and Emirates. Popular destinations include London, Dublin, Amsterdam, and Paris, along with long-haul routes to New York, Toronto, and Doha. Seasonal and holiday routes expand the airport's network further, making it a key leisure and business travel hub.
The airport is well-connected to Edinburgh and wider Scotland through various transport options. Edinburgh Trams offer a direct link from the airport to the city centre, with the Tram route stopping at locations such as Murrayfield Stadium, Haymarket, and Princess Street before terminating at St Andrew Square, a short walk from Edinburgh Castle. The journey takes around 30 minutes and provides a hassle-free way to reach the heart of the capital, with the Tram Terminal beside the airport's exit.
The M8 motorway provides a direct road link from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow and the west of Scotland. Additionally, the airport is well-served by buses. The Airlink 100 express service, operates frequently between the airport and Waverley Station in Edinburgh.
