Flying from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is five hours ahead of Charlotte and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CLT to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CLT and EDI include:
New York Newark Airport
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to Charlotte Douglas Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
Charlotte Douglas Airport is about 13 kilometers from central Charlotte. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CLT? If you're boarding an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider staying in a hotel near EDI if you're taking a late Charlotte Douglas Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 13 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Edinburgh in March.
Before locking in your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CLT to EDI around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometers away to the south, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kilometers south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.