Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is nine hours behind Tokyo.
Your NRT to EDI flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Narita International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between NRT and EDI:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Narita International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is R 6,498. A return fare is currently R 16,400. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NRT to EDI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from NRT to EDI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Narita International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Of the departures from Narita International Airport, 70.53% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Tokyo to Narita International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a handy hotel close to NRT? If you're boarding an early flight from Narita International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Narita International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and chase adventure across Edinburgh and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Narita International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Edinburgh in January.
Lock in your flight from Narita International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NRT to EDI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Edinburgh is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, roughly 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are highlights.