Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
To break up your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the SHJ - EDI route are:
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from SHJ to EDI, check if you need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is ج.م. 8,602. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 18,764. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from SHJ to EDI, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across each month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from SHJ to EDI every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 11 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Want a handy hotel close to SHJ? If you've booked an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sharjah International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near EDI:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 31 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Edinburgh in February.
When reserving your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9 ºC to 20 ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHJ to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1 ºC and 7 ºC then.
More about Edinburgh
Once you've booked your flights from SHJ to EDI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Edinburgh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Edinburgh itinerary.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Edinburgh trip.
