Travelling from Cork Airport (ORK) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Cork and Edinburgh are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from ORK to EDI start at 05:55 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 23:10 with Ryanair. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ORK to EDI flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Among carriers operating ORK to EDI flights, Ryanair leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ORK and EDI include:
London Heathrow Airport
London Stansted Airport
Bristol Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Right now, P1,041 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P2,151. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ORK to EDI.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ORK to EDI.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cork Airport (ORK)
Cork Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from ORK land on schedule 82% of the time.
Central Cork to Cork Airport is approximately 8 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near ORK:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're arriving on a late Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near EDI:
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 main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Cork Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORK to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometers south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like 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.
