Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is 4 hours 25 minutes.
Santorini (Thira) is two hours ahead of Edinburgh and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your EDI to JTR flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jet2 has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Santorini (Thira) — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Jet2.
Among carriers operating EDI to JTR flights, Jet2 has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between EDI and JTR:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
Right now, P3,469 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P12,103. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book three months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from EDI to JTR.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from EDI to JTR.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
Book a hotel near JTR if you're taking a late Edinburgh Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and explore beyond Santorini (Thira)'s usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Santorini (Thira) Airport about three weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to JTR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Santorini (Thira) has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometers north-west of Santorini (Thira), a visit to Athens will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 451 kilometers north-west of Santorini (Thira). Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among its highlights.