Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Philadelphia is 4 hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Philadelphia operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from EDI to Philadelphia, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from EDI to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
To visit United States for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you have a passport from United Kingdom. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia.
Travelling from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to EDI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Philadelphia
Rs83,886 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs168,036. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to Philadelphia if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
It takes roughly 44 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to PHL if you're catching a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
The centre of Philadelphia is around 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). As soon as your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 39 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from EDI to Philadelphia, rest your head at a hotel close to TTN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Philadelphia, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from EDI to Philadelphia sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
After locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are essential stops on your Philadelphia itinerary.
Complete your Philadelphia trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Edinburgh Airport to Philadelphia to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info on car rentals in Philadelphia, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.