Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tripoli: what you need to know
Tripoli is two hours ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Tripoli follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your EDI to Tripoli flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a plane ticket from EDI to Tripoli, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is one option.
Located around 7 miles from central Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tripoli? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near EDI:
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tripoli
The best price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Tripoli flight is £273. The cheapest price for a return flight is £476. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from EDI to Tripoli, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Tripoli is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices throughout the month and land an awesome deal.
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Airports in Tripoli
Tripoli Airport (TIP)
Tripoli Airport (TIP) to central Tripoli takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 17 miles away.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Tripoli Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Tripoli. Prices typically go up closer to your travel date.
Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI)
Central Tripoli is about 6 miles from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI). After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tripoli has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
Al Mahary Radisson Blu Hotel, Tripoli is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of MJI. Drop your bags here after your EDI to Tripoli flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Pick up a Mitiga, Tripoli Airport rental car and set the course for your next destination. You can select from leading companies like Sixt and Europcar.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from MJI as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Tripoli
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tripoli. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are typically higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Tripoli in the low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Tripoli is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your Edinburgh Airport to Tripoli plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to Tripoli in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
More about Tripoli
After booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tripoli, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tripoli:
The Arch of Marcus Aurelius and Martyrs' Square Fountain are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Tripoli must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Gurgi Mosque.
Explore more of Libya
While Tripoli will give you a great introduction to Libya, there's so much more waiting in Al Khums. Located about 65 miles to the east, this must-see city has plenty to keep you busy, like Hunting Baths and Barko.
Yafran is another standout destination in Libya and is around 70 miles south-west of Tripoli. No trip is complete without a visit to ⵜⵉⵙⵓⵔⴰⵙ تيسوراس Tisuras, ⵜⴰⵎⴷⵉⵜⵜ تامديتّ Tamditt and Zaknan زاكنان ⵣⴰⴽⵏⴰⵏ.
