Flying from Portland Airport (PWM) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is five hours ahead of Portland and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Your PWM to EDI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PWM and EDI:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PWM) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Portland Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is £244. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £665. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from PWM to EDI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Portland Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
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Pick your preferred 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 Portland Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PWM)
PWM is located at 1001 Westbrook Street.
When it comes to Portland Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Portland to Portland Airport is around 8 kms (5 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Portland Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near PWM:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Portland Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Portland Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Edinburgh in March.
Lock in your flight from Portland Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to visit Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PWM to EDI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen 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.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 402 kms (250 miles) south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among its highlights.
