Flying from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is nine hours behind Seoul. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seoul to EDI, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Seoul to EDI leaving from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Travelling from central Seoul to ICN takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Seoul Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Seoul Incheon International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is one of the main options between Seoul Gimpo International Airport and EDI.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seoul to GMP in about 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Seoul to EDI flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Seoul Gimpo International Airport:
Seoul Gimpo International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late flight from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near EDI:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Seoul to Edinburgh Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
The centre of Edinburgh is about 11 kilometres from Edinburgh Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport is RM886. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,476. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Seoul to EDI, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Seoul to Edinburgh Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is when most people book flights from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Plan your visit to Edinburgh in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your Seoul to EDI plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seoul to Edinburgh Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Edinburgh itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United Kingdom, consider Preston, about 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Brockholes, Avenham and Miller Parks and Samlesbury Hall are the start of reasons to visit.