Travelling from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is four hours behind Baku and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your GYD to EDI flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between GYD and EDI include:
Sofia Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
ج.م. 7,338 is currently the best price for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 20,300. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from GYD to EDI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Edinburgh Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from GYD to EDI.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
83.46% of flights departing from Heydar Aliyev International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from GYD.
To reach Heydar Aliyev International Airport from central Baku, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near GYD. Whether you have an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Edinburgh. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GYD to EDI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another favourite 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.
