Travelling from Rome to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Rome. Explore your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when reserving your flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
Book a direct flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 19 minutes.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is 1 hour behind Rome. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
With 6 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from FCO to EDI is with Ryanair at 21:35.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Rome to EDI.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can find a direct flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
When jetting out of FCO, you can take a direct flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport with Jet2.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Rome to EDI. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From the centre of Rome, FCO is approximately 20 miles away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Want other options for a direct flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)? Browse the fares jetting out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Jet2 offers direct flights from Rome to EDI leaving from CIA. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Turin Airport (TRN)
You can get to CIA from central Rome in about 42 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to cover the 11 miles or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to EDI:
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Book a hotel close to EDI if you're taking a late flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh takes about 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 9 miles away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
£24 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Edinburgh Airport. Return flights start from £54. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
9 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Rome to EDI.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Rome to Edinburgh Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Edinburgh. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Rome to EDI, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Edinburgh Airport, browse our selection 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 begin. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are top attractions which should be on any good Edinburgh itinerary.
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