Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Biarritz Airport (BIQ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Biarritz Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Biarritz is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your EDI to BIQ flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Biarritz Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Biarritz — and maybe even more of France if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Ryanair.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for EDI to BIQ flights is Ryanair.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Biarritz Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between EDI and BIQ:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Dublin Airport
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
Edinburgh Airport is around 13 kilometers from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Biarritz Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Biarritz Airport (BIQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Edinburgh Airport to Biarritz Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BIQ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Biarritz Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Biarritz's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Biarritz Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Biarritz Airport (BIQ) to central Biarritz
From Biarritz Airport, Biarritz is approximately 3 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Biarritz Airport (BIQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Biarritz Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Biarritz in March.
Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Biarritz Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Biarritz, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to BIQ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Toulouse is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Biarritz. Around 241 kilometers away to the east, check out popular attractions including Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History.
If you want to check out another side of France, head for Nantes, roughly 418 kilometers north of Biarritz. Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas are highlights.
