Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Castries: what you need to know
Castries is four hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Castries follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your EDI to Castries flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from EDI to Castries. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
EDI is about 7 miles from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Castries, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Castries
£488 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Castries flight. A return plane ticket starts at £633. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from EDI to Castries. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in Castries
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) to central Castries takes about 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 2 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Castries. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SLU instead:
Pick up a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car and discover Castries and beyond with your own set of wheels. Drive A Matic, Final Rentals and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from George F. L. Charles Airport about one week in advance of your flight from EDI to Castries can help you get the best possible rate.
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Castries has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 10 minutes by car. Central Castries is roughly 35 miles from Hewanorra Airport (UVF).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near UVF. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your EDI to Castries flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Hewanorra Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Sixt or Final Rentals and be off and running.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at UVF can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Castries
Travel to Castries during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Edinburgh Airport to Castries during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Edinburgh Airport to Castries plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Castries, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Castries in February when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Castries
Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Castries, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Castries:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Morne Fortune, Derek Walcott Square and Immaculate Conception Church are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Castries itinerary.