The moment you set foot in Edinburgh, you will be instantly drawn into its history, rising up between the stone buildings. This city is like a living novel. When you climb up to Edinburgh Castle, which dominates the entire city from above, you will be impressed by both the view and the depth of Scottish history. Walking down from the castle, you’ll feel like you’re traveling through time, accompanied by street musicians and small shops. St Giles’ Cathedral enchants visitors with its Gothic architecture. If you want to see the city from above, climb Arthur’s Seat at sunset and feel the wind on your face. Edinburgh is one of those rare cities that offers peaceful moments with both its historical texture and friendly atmosphere.
Edinburgh Airport is located approximately 10 km from Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. Edinburgh Airport is the sixth busiest airport in the United Kingdom. Approximately 15 million passengers use this airport annually. Edinburgh Airport is conveniently located near Scotland’s two most important motorways, the M8 and M9. This makes it easy to reach the airport from any part of the country. Compared to London’s crowded airports, Edinburgh Airport is much quieter.
The most popular means of transportation to reach the city is the tram. Edinburgh Trams operate non-stop from the terminal to Princes Street via a linear route. You can reach the city center in approximately 30-35 minutes. There are regular bus services from the airport to Edinburgh, Glasgow, North Lanarkshire, Stirling, and West Lothian. There are taxi ranks in front of the terminal. You can reach the city center in 15-20 minutes by taxi.
Interactive Edinburgh Airport Map
Edinburgh Airport Terminals
There is no need to rush between terminals at Edinburgh Airport. There is only one terminal at the airport. Both domestic and international flights operate from this terminal.
Both domestic and international arrivals are located on the ground floor. All check-in counters and the baggage claim area are also on the ground floor. Before security, there is a currency exchange office, baggage wrapping, baby care rooms, and cafes.
The first floor is used for departures. After passing through security, you will reach the departure gates via the duty-free area. The first floor has dining and shopping options such as Burger King, Wetherspoon, Starbucks, All Bar One, and The Gathering. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport. There are short- and long-term parking areas in front of the terminals. Security and passport control points can be crowded, especially during busy periods.
Edinburgh Airport Car Hire
If you want to explore Scotland’s famous Highlands roads and freely discover its castles, you can rent a car from Edinburgh Airport. You can reach Edinburgh city center in about 20 minutes by car. Stirling Castle is 45 minutes away from the airport. You can reach Loch Lomond in 1 hour and St Andrews in 1.5 hours by car. A trip to Scotland’s legendary northern regions, such as the Isle of Skye, takes 3-4 hours. The airport is very close to Scotland’s two main motorways, the M8 and M9. Therefore, once you leave the airport, you can easily reach any part of the country.
Car rental companies are not located inside the terminal at Edinburgh Airport. The car rental center is located in a separate building, a short walk from the terminal building. You can reach the car rental center by walking along the covered walkway next to the multi-story car park. The walking time is approximately 3 minutes.
Car rental companies such as Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, National, and Sixt operate at the car rental center. I recommend making your reservation online in advance. This way, you can get a price advantage and secure your vehicle choice. A driver’s license, passport, and credit card are required to rent a car.
Edinburgh Airport VIP Lounge
There are four VIP Lounges in the post-security area at Edinburgh Airport.
Aspire Lounge is located near Gate 16. It offers work booths, desk charging points, and unlimited Wi-Fi. This lounge is very comfortable for business travelers. The lounge area can accommodate 130 people. The Aspire Lounge has a bar and buffet area, comfortable seating, family and work booths. Free entry is possible with Priority Pass and DragonPass. It is open from 4:30 AM to 8:00 PM Sunday through Friday and from 4:30 AM to 7:00 PM on Saturdays.
Escape Lounge is next to Gate 4. The lounge area has comfortable seats, a bar, a buffet with seasonal dishes, and free Wi-Fi. It is open from 04:00 to 22:00.
The Turkish Airlines Lounge is near Gate 13. This lounge serves both business and leisure travelers with free food and drinks, unlimited Wi-Fi, and a runway view. All passengers can access this lounge area.
The British Airways Lounge is near Gate 4. Only British Airways business and first class passengers and members with certain status can enter this lounge.
Hotels in Edinburgh International Airport
There are no hotels connected to the terminals within Edinburgh Airport. However, there are hotels located close to the terminal. Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport is a 5-10 minute walk from the terminal. It offers breakfast service from 4:00 AM, a fitness center, 24-hour reception, and bar service. The hotel has paid parking.
DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport is a 2-minute drive from the airport. There is a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel. The hotel has a swimming pool, spa, fitness center, and an all-day restaurant. You can also walk to the hotel from the terminal.
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport is located close to the airport. The hotel offers a free shuttle service. Premier Inn Edinburgh Park and Ibis Budget Edinburgh Park are hotels located on the tram line.
Edinburgh International Airport Location
Edinburgh International Airport Address: Edinburgh EH12 9DN, United Kingdom.
Edinburgh International Airport IATA: EDI.
Edinburgh International Airport ICAO: EGPH.
Satellite view of Edinburgh Airport. Click to enlarge
Edinburgh Airport destination map (February 2026). Click to enlarge