Flights to Edinburgh
Book your flight to Edinburgh with SAS
SAS flies to Edinburgh in Scotland from/via Oslo, Copenhagen or Stockholm.
We fly from all our destinations in Europe, the US (Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C.), Canada (Toronto), and Asia (Bangkok, Seoul and Tokyo).
Discover cheap flights to Edinburgh
The general rule of thumb is the earlier you book your flight to Edinburgh, the cheaper flight tickets you'll find. You'll always find our lowest fares in SAS' low-fare calendar, where you get an overview of the ticket prices per month. Don't forget to keep an eye out for SAS' campaigns and offers, do this best by becoming a EuroBonus member and subscribing to our newsletter.
When is it cheapest to fly to Edinburgh?
Ticket prices depend on a few different things, such as the season, demand, and when you book your trip. As a general rule, it's cheaper to fly to Edinburgh off-season, meaning outside holiday periods and peak tourist season. Being flexible with your travel dates, and booking far ahead, can also help you find cheaper flight tickets. You'll always find our lowest fares in SAS' low-fare calendar.
Discounted tickets for kids
Experience Edinburgh with the whole family. SAS offers up to 90% discounts on children’s tickets to make it more affordable to bring every family member along on your trip to Edinburgh.
Short about Edinburgh
Airport: Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Currency: Great British Pound
Time zone: GMT: UTC/BST: UTC+1
Official language: English
Temperature in Edinburgh
January
10 °C
February
6 °C
March
6 °C
April
5 °C
Board a flight to Edinburgh and enjoy a historic city break
Home to one of the world’s largest literature festivals, a spectacular inner-city fortress, and a panoramic lookout that offers postcard-worthy views, Edinburgh is a quirky city with a lot to offer.
When you’re not breaking a sweat climbing the hiking trails of Arthur’s Seat or marching up to Edinburgh Castle, you’ll likely be exploring the Old Town on foot or brushing up on Scottish independence at the National Museum of Scotland.
There’s plenty of things to do in Edinburgh regardless of whether you’re a history buff, culture vulture, or night owl looking for the very best of Scotland’s evening entertainment.
Tips for a smooth trip to Edinburgh
Plan ahead and be on time
For a smooth and stress-free trip to Edinburgh, make sure you check your departure time and the terminal you’ll be using before you travel. With SAS, you can complete your digital check-in on our website or in the SAS App up to 30 hours before departure, helping you save time at the airport. Arriving early — especially during peak travel periods — gives you a more relaxed start to your journey and ensures you’re fully prepared for your flight to Edinburgh.
Pack smart
When planning your trip to Edinburgh, take a moment to review what you’ll need throughout your journey. Confirm that your ticket includes the baggage allowance that suits your travel plans and check the current weight and size limits. Adding extra baggage through the SAS App or website before you fly is often quicker and more cost-effective than arranging it at the airport. For a smooth start to your travel to Edinburgh, review our latest baggage rules and restrictions so you’re ready well before departure.
Stay updated
Stay informed about any updates to your flight to Edinburgh by following your flight in real time. Gate changes, schedule adjustments, and important notifications are available through SAS Flight Status or directly in the SAS App. By keeping track of the latest information, you can enjoy a smoother, more predictable travel experience from the moment you leave home until you arrive at Edinburgh.
Always included in your trip to Edinburgh
At SAS, we strive to ensure our customers have a relaxed and comfortable journey. Regardless of which ticket type you carry, you’ll always enjoy certain SAS customer benefits.
Always included in your flight is easy online check-in, coffee and tea onboard, up to 90% price reduction for children and use of the SAS App.
SAS Economy
Carry-on - Light: Not included (except on long-haul distance flights to/from Asia, Canada and US, 1x8kg included). Standard: 1x8kg included
Checked bag - Light: Not included. Standard: 1x23kg included.
Food & beverages - Included on long-haul distance flights to/from Asia, Canada and US.
SAS Premium
Carry-on - 1x8kg included on domestic flights, 2x8kg included on long-haul distance flights to/from Asia, Canada and US
Checked bag - 2x23kg included
Fast track
SAS Lounge - included on domestic flights
Priority boarding
Food & beverages
SAS Business
Carry-on - 1x8kg included on flights within Europe, 2x8kg included on long-haul distance flights to/from Asia, Canada and US
Checked bag - 2x32kg included
Fast track
SAS Lounge
Priority boarding
Food & beverages
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FAQ
Why Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is bursting with history, culture, and attractions and the list of things to see and do is almost endless. Get ready to sample Scottish whiskeys, hear tales of the city’s history, and enjoy panoramic views atop Arthur’s Seat.
Fly SAS to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Fly with SAS to Edinburgh Airport and you’ll be ready and raring to begin your holiday feeling relaxed and well rested.
Take a stroll down the cobblestone streets and soak up the beautiful old buildings and rich culture. Edinburgh is the perfect city for a getaway weekend with lots of free activities for families, friends or as a couple.
St. Andrews: On every golfer's bucket list
APRIL 2023
Of all the legendary, brilliant golf courses in the world, there’s one particular one in Scotland that shines brighter than the rest, for it was here that the sport was invented. We’re talking, naturally, about the Old Course at St. Andrews. However, there are other golf courses that are also worth a visit and no true golf lover should miss the golf museum.
All those times you nervously stepped up to that first tee are just a test run for the day you finally set foot on the most famous green of them all: the first tee of the Old Course at St. Andrews. A large rectilinear tee, with finely mowed fescue grass, looms in front of the iconic, almost 170 year-old clubhouse. Depending on the time of day, your travails will be followed either by a handful of curious onlookers or a crowd of more than 50 people.
In spite of the fact that the fairway you have to play with is a generous 100 meters-plus wide, it won’t be surprising if you’re hands are shaking when you stick your tee in the sandy soil.
You can hardly be blamed as this is a moment you’ve visualized over and over in your head. Before you swung your first club or drove your first ball down the fairway, you probably heard about St. Andrews – a town so intimately associated with the game that tens of thousands of golfers a year flock here and sink over SEK 500 million into the local economy.
But is all the hype justified? What’s the attraction?
Let’s be clear: you don’t come here for a comfortable, resort-like golf experience, even if the spa complex at the Old Course Hotel is nothing to scoff at. Visit St. Andrews and stroll down the streets to the beach where the sport was invented 600 years ago and you’ll feel like you’ve made a trip back in time, where everything is steeped in an atmosphere that’s impossible to recreate anywhere else.
St Andrews Links Clubhouse. Photo: iStock
Accommodations and courses
You should ideally book a room at a local bed & breakfast, such as with Charlie and Ray at the Cleveden House. If you do, remember to ask Charlie about the time he won a prize for making the best oatmeal in the Kingdom of Fife. Make sure you also savor a hearty heaping of the local porridge.
The whole point of staying in town is that you just need to throw your bag over your shoulder and saunter down the picturesque narrow streets to quickly arrive on the first tee of the Old Course. However, if you have a tee time on the New or Jubilee Course, you’ll take Grannie Clark’s Wynd, the asphalt road that cuts across the fairways of the first and 18th holes of the Old Course before it jags to the left.
The fairways will take you away from town for about nine holes, depending on which course you’re playing, toward the estuary where the River Eden flows into the North Sea, before they lead you back toward town, where the iconic landmarks form a stunning backdrop.
After you’ve shaken the hands of your golf buddies on the green of the 18th hole, only one crucially important decision remains before the sun sets on your day. That’s which pub you’ll steer a course toward to drop the load off your shoulders and settle down for a well-earned pint of your favorite brew.
May we suggest the Dunvegan? Say hello to Sheena and Jack!
Three tips for St. Andrews
1 Don’t just limit yourself to the Old Course
You don’t need to play the Old Course to make a visit to St. Andrews worthwhile. The sister courses of New, Jubilee, and Eden are all outstanding. Within a 20-minute drive, you’ll also find several other courses worth playing, such as Balcomie Links in Crail, Elie, Kingsbarns or the Castle Course.
2 R&A World Golf Museum
The golf museum, which is just a stone’s throw from the first tee of the Old Course, is a must. The museum, which was completely renovated, reopened in 2021. Here, you can learn everything you ever wanted to know about the fascinating history of the sport.
3 Enjoy the Indian cuisine
As Scottish cuisine can be fairly bland and unexciting, you may want to explore other options. At the outstanding Indian restaurant Jahangir in the center of town, you let your taste buds revel in some spicy excitement.
Want more comfort?
Do you want to travel in even more comfort? You can always upgrade your SAS flight ticket to the next travel class. This gives you access to fast track, priority boarding and meals & snacks onboard.
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