Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is five hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your BLR to EDI flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BLR and EDI:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
£177 is the best price for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start from £435. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from BLR to EDI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
When it comes to Kempegowda International Airport's on-time performance, 71.17% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Kempegowda International Airport from central Bengaluru, it'll take about 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 20 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near BLR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider booking a hotel near EDI if you're taking a late Kempegowda International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and venture far and wide through Edinburgh and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Edinburgh in January.
Book your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BLR to EDI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Travel about 250 miles south to Birmingham to check off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 40 miles west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.