Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Alta Airport (ALF): what you need to know
Alta's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Alta one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your EDI to ALF flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Alta Airport. Many travellers pass through Oslo Airport Gardermoen when flying between EDI and ALF.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Alta Airport (ALF)
Rs51,612 is the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Alta Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs78,003. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to ALF if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Alta Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from EDI to ALF by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Alta Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Alta Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Alta Airport (ALF)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Alta Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALF instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Alta Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Europcar or Sixt to explore Alta and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Alta Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Alta Airport (ALF) to central Alta
Alta Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Alta. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Alta Airport (ALF)
February is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Alta Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Alta in June.
When reserving your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Alta Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Alta, with temperatures ranging from 7ºC to 20ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to ALF in January. Temperatures average between -14ºC and -2ºC then.
Explore more of Norway
Tromso is just one of the many places in Norway waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Alta. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Arctic Cathedral, Polaria and Tromso Bridge.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Norway, consider Bodo, about 467 kilometres south-west of Alta. Saltstraumen, Bodo Domkirke and Mount Ronvik are key reasons to visit.
