Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to San Diego: what you need to know
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7. The city is seven hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EDI to San Diego flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from EDI to San Diego, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 7 miles from central Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to San Diego, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to San Diego
£268 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to San Diego flight. Return plane tickets start at £444. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from EDI to San Diego if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to San Diego is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares across the month and pick up an awesome deal.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 3 miles. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to San Diego. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Follow your own route with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across San Diego and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to San Diego.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to San Diego has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is roughly 35 miles from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).
The trip will take about 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CLD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your EDI to San Diego flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and be off and running.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from CLD ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to San Diego
Before booking your flights from Edinburgh Airport to San Diego, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in San Diego offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book an Edinburgh Airport to San Diego plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about San Diego
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Diego right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to San Diego:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are highlights which should feature on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Diego. Around 110 miles away to the north-west, popular attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 300 miles east of San Diego. No journey is complete without dropping by Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
