Flying from Lille Airport (LIL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is one hour behind Lille and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your LIL to EDI flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lille Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between LIL and EDI include:
Geneve Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lille Airport (LIL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
At the moment, £54 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lille Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £126. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LIL to EDI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lille Airport to Edinburgh Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from LIL to EDI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lille Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Lille Airport (LIL)
Of the departures from Lille Airport, 70.42% land on time at their destination.
Lille Airport is about 6 miles from central Lille. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LIL? If you've booked an early flight from Lille Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Reserve a hotel close to EDI if you're catching a late Lille Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz to explore Edinburgh and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 9 miles away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Lille Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Edinburgh. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Lille Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to visit Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LIL to EDI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 250 miles south to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Glasgow is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 40 miles west of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without visiting Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.
