Flying from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Edinburgh is three hours ahead of Halifax and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YHZ to EDI flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
WestJet has direct flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is WestJet.
How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is £192. A round-trip fare right now is £413. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from YHZ to EDI by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Halifax Stanfield International Airport, data shows 56.27% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Halifax Stanfield International Airport from central Halifax, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 20 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near YHZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're arriving on a late Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near EDI:
Travel at your own pace with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and discover more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 9 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Edinburgh in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YHZ to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 250 miles south to Birmingham to check off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 40 miles west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.