Flying from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Edinburgh is five hours ahead of Columbus. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Columbus to EDI. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Columbus to EDI that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between CMH and EDI include:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Travelling from central Columbus to CMH takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
77% of flights taking off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can get to LCK from the centre of Columbus in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 23 kilometres or so.
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75% of flights leaving Rickenbacker International Airport arrive according to schedule.
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 Columbus to Edinburgh Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Columbus to Edinburgh Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
The centre of Edinburgh is about 11 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
RM1,188 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport. A return flight starts from RM3,291. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Columbus to EDI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Edinburgh. July is when most people book flights from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Columbus to EDI plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Edinburgh to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Edinburgh right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Columbus to Edinburgh Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock are attractions you won't want to skip in Edinburgh.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Preston is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without experiencing Brockholes, Avenham and Miller Parks and Samlesbury Hall.
