Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is nine hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Allow plenty of time to get on your EDI to Tokyo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from EDI to Tokyo. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
EDI is about 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to EDI:
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tokyo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo flight is RM1,976. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,228. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from EDI to Tokyo, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Reserving your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Tokyo can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is about 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
Following your EDI to Tokyo flight, kick back at a hotel near NRT. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT will help you stay within budget.
The address for Tokyo Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo. To skip the crowds, visit Tokyo in December.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tokyo, browse our range of hotels including:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key reasons to visit.