Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Georgetown: what you need to know
Georgetown is four hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Georgetown observes the UTC-4 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your EDI to Georgetown flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a flight ticket from EDI to Georgetown, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a top stop on this route.
EDI is about 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Georgetown, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Georgetown
ر.ق. 1,678 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Georgetown flight. Return flight tickets start at ر.ق. 3,367. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from EDI to Georgetown, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Georgetown is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across each month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Georgetown
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO)
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Georgetown. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 55 minutes.
After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Georgetown has landed, relax at a hotel close by. Ms. Holders Comfort Villa is a good option that's an easy drive from GEO.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cheddi Jagan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or National and explore beyond Georgetown's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Cheddi Jagan International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from EDI to Georgetown.
Ogle Airport (OGL)
Central Georgetown is around 11 kilometres from Ogle Airport (OGL). After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Georgetown has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near OGL. Here are a few options where you can check in after your EDI to Georgetown flight:
Why let someone else's timetable dictate your plans? Pick up an Ogle Airport rental car and decide exactly where your journey goes. Book a set of wheels here with Europcar.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from OGL once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Georgetown
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Georgetown. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are generally higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Georgetown in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book an Edinburgh Airport to Georgetown flight ticket with a departure in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to Georgetown in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Georgetown
Start your Georgetown trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Georgetown, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Guyana National Museum and St. George's Cathedral are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Georgetown to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Promenade Gardens.
Explore more of Guyana
While Georgetown will give you a great introduction to Guyana, there's a whole lot more to uncover in Lethem. Located around 418 kilometres to the south-west, this fascinating place has loads of things to see and do, including Kumu Falls and KINGDOM HALL OF JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES.
Journey 105 kilometres south-east from Georgetown and you'll reach Fyrish, another notable destination in Guyana. Be sure to check out Albion Front Hindu Vishnu Mandir and Nigg Sevashram Sangha.
