Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Edinburgh is three hours behind Doha and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from DOH to EDI start at 00:55 — the first with Qatar Airways. The last departure is at 08:10 with Qatar Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your DOH to EDI flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Qatar Airways is your gateway to discovering Edinburgh (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Qatar Airways.
Qatar Airways is a leader in on-time performance for DOH to EDI flights, with 90.16% of services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DOH and EDI:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
£180 is the lowest price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start from £347. These fares can change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from DOH to EDI, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Choose your ideal 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 Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from DOH arrive at their destination on time.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is approximately 19 kms (12 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near DOH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're coming in on a late Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Get on the fast track to 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.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from central Edinburgh. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Edinburgh in March.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Hamad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DOH to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Edinburgh. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the south, top sights here include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kms (250 miles) south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.