Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Taif Airport (TIF): what you need to know
Taif's timezone is UTC+3, making Taif three hours ahead of Edinburgh.
To ensure you get on your EDI to TIF flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Taif Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between EDI and TIF include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Taif Airport (TIF)
ج.م. 22,693 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Taif Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 48,042. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from EDI to TIF. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Taif Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from EDI to TIF by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Taif Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Taif Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to EDI:
Arriving at Taif Airport (TIF)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just come in on a late Edinburgh Airport to Taif Airport flight. Rawat Al Msaif and Nader's Apartment are good options near TIF.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Taif Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and explore beyond Taif's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Taif Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Taif Airport (TIF) to central Taif
Taif Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Taif. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Taif Airport (TIF)
March is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Taif Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Taif in April.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Taif Airport for June if you want to visit Taif during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from EDI to TIF around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've seen Taif. Around 137 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
Mecca is another standout destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 48 kilometres west of Taif. No trip is complete without a visit to View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.