Travelling from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Santorini International Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Santorini (Thira).
Give yourself enough time to make your JTR to EDI flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Edinburgh (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is easy with Jet2. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Santorini International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Jet2 is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santorini International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between JTR and EDI:
Cologne Bonn Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
RM446 is the best price for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start from RM1,114. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from JTR to EDI, reserve your journey five months ahead of your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Santorini International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)
92.74% of flights leaving Santorini International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of JTR.
Santorini International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Santorini (Thira). If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near JTR:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Reserve a hotel near EDI if you're catching a late Santorini International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and discover more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Santorini International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Edinburgh. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Santorini International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JTR to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.