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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Zurich to Edinburgh:

• Earliest: departs at 6:30 and lands at 8:53
• Latest: departs at 19:10 and lands at 21:33.

The flight takes about 2h 23m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Zurich to Edinburgh.

A direct flight from Zurich to Edinburgh takes 2h 23m, covering 2.008 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Zurich to Edinburgh range from 208 € to 372 €, with an average of 289 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 208 € counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the 289 € route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 186 € return via Dublin (DUB), compared with 290 € for direct.

SWISS is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Edelweiss Air has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Zurich to Edinburgh flights are:

• SWISS: 87% on time
• Edelweiss Air: 84% on time
• easyJet: 57% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 76% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 40 €–89 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SWISS and easyJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Zurich to Edinburgh flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Zurich to Edinburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 100 €, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 7 € for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• Budget

Flights from Zurich to Edinburgh usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Zurich to Edinburgh route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 29m.

One-stop flights from Zurich to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 76% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) – 3% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Zurich to Edinburgh. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at 244 € return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at 338 €, a difference of 95 €.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Zurich and Edinburgh. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Edelweiss Air
• easyJet

Flying via London City (LCY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 59m, compared to 4h 33m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) and 4h 44m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

Edinburgh is 1 hour behind Zurich (British Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are The Meadows, Usher Hall, and Princes Street Gardens. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Zurich to Edinburgh flights:

• easyJet: offers free seat selection
• SWISS: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• SWISS: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Edelweiss Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Edelweiss offers great service to reduced-mobility passengers. There are onboard wheelchairs designed especially for aisles, enabling passengers to move freely throughout the plane. The crew will help with bags and can help you reach the restrooms. They will also be on call to assist with tray and food packaging opening, any medical service and actual feeding if needed.

With Swiss Air, you can take your pet in the cabin with you under a few conditions. It is important that the pet is contained for the duration of the flight in a carrier that is no heavier than 18 kg. The pet must be clean and healthy and show no signs of aggression towards other passengers. Make sure you confirm all paperwork with the airline at least 48h before your flight.

You can find an excellent duty-free retail complex at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. You will be able to purchase a multitude of international, tax-free products and get great bargains. You can also pre-order online and collect when you land to save time at the airport.

There are several solutions for easy public transportation to downtown Edinburgh from the airport. You can catch the Airlink 100 bus outside the airport, which runs straight into town, or take the tram which departs roughly every 7min from the airport until around 19:00. There are also taxis available at the arrival terminals all through the night.