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Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Airport Arrival Alerts

Get a text when their flight lands at EDI.

Get a text when they land at EDI

Airport Code

EDI

Passengers/Year

14 million

Terminals

Single terminal

Exit Time

15-20 minutes after landing

About

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh is Scotland's busiest airport with a single terminal. Arrivals are straightforward with minimal walking distances.

Airlines include Ryanair, EasyJet, British Airways, and several European carriers. Some transatlantic routes operate seasonally (United to Newark/Chicago).

From landing to arrivals is typically 15-20 minutes. The airport is compact and efficient.

Edinburgh Trams run from the airport to the city centre and Waverley station (30-35 minutes). For pickups, short stay car parks are close to the terminal.

Flights from London (Heathrow, Gatwick, London City) take around 1 hour 15 minutes.

Pickup tip

Tram runs to city centre in 30 minutes. Short stay is closest for pickup.

How it works

Track EDI arrivals.

1

Enter the flight number

Type the flight number for the arrival to EDI.

2

Add your phone number

Enter the mobile number where you want to receive the alert.

3

Get a text when they land

We track the flight and text you when they touch down at Edinburgh Airport.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

How do I know when a flight lands at Edinburgh?

Enter the flight number into SkyText. You'll receive a text when the flight lands.

Is Edinburgh Airport easy to navigate?

Yes. Single terminal with short walking distances.

Does Edinburgh have transatlantic flights?

Yes, with seasonal service to US destinations including Newark and Chicago.

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Tom Walsh

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