Travelling from Asheville Airport (AVL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, making Edinburgh five hours ahead of Asheville.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AVL to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Asheville Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between AVL and EDI include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York Newark Airport
Handy information about Asheville Airport (AVL)
AVL is located at 61 Terminal Drive.
When it comes to Asheville Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
Asheville Airport is about 24 kms (15 miles) from central Asheville. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near AVL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Asheville Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Asheville Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kms (8 miles) away.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Asheville Airport to Edinburgh Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Edinburgh. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Asheville Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AVL to EDI around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kms (180 miles) south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 402 kms (250 miles) south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are the start of reasons to visit.
