Traveling from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, making Edinburgh three hours behind Manama.
Your BAH to EDI flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bahrain Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between BAH and EDI include:
Istanbul Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bahrain Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is AED 584. A return plane ticket right now is AED 1,593. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BAH to EDI if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bahrain Airport to Edinburgh Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from BAH to EDI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bahrain 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 Bahrain Airport (BAH)
When it comes to Bahrain Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Bahrain Airport from central Manama, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bahrain Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near BAH:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider booking a hotel close to EDI if you're on a late Bahrain Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Edinburgh and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week before traveling.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bahrain Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Edinburgh in March.
When booking your flight from Bahrain Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BAH to EDI sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey about 290 kilometers south to Manchester to tick off its leading sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Birmingham is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 402 kilometers south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.