Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD): what you need to know
Ahmedabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Ahmedabad five hours 30 minutes 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 will give you enough time to catch your EDI to AMD flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between EDI and AMD include:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Right now, £213 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £396. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from EDI to AMD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from EDI to AMD is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights leaving from Edinburgh Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Edinburgh Airport is about 9 miles from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near EDI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Consider booking a hotel close to AMD if you're catching a late Edinburgh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Ahmedabad and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can grab an Ahmedabad Airport rental car from Europcar.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Ahmedabad Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to central Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad Airport is roughly 7 miles from central Ahmedabad. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
August is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Ahmedabad in April.
Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Ahmedabad, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to AMD in January. Average temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Ahmedabad, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel about 280 miles south to Mumbai to check off its popular sights. From Gateway of India to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in India, consider Surat, about 130 miles south of Ahmedabad. Jagdishchandra Bose Aquarium, Dutch Gardens and Surat Castle are key highlights.