Travelling from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Edinburgh one hour ahead of Ponta Delgada.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your PDL to EDI flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Joao Paulo II Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PDL and EDI:
Porto Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Right now, ج.م. 4,514 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Joao Paulo II Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 14,525. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from PDL to EDI, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Edinburgh Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PDL to EDI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
Of all flights departing from Joao Paulo II Airport, 68.76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Ponta Delgada to Joao Paulo II Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to PDL? If you're catching an early flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider staying in a hotel near EDI if you're catching a late Joao Paulo II Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
Booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Edinburgh in January.
Book your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to visit Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from PDL to EDI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, roughly 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are highlights.
