Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Lajes Field Airport (TER): what you need to know
The timezone in Terceira Lajes is UTC-1, which is one hour behind Edinburgh.
Leave enough time to make your EDI to TER flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Lajes Field Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and TER:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Porto Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Lajes Field Airport (TER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Lajes Field Airport flight is ر.ق. 533. A return fare is currently ر.ق. 922. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from EDI to TER, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lajes Field Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from EDI to TER.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Lajes Field Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lajes Field Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Lajes Field Airport (TER)
If you're coming in on a late Edinburgh Airport to Lajes Field Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near TER:
Pick up a Lajes Field Airport rental car and discover Terceira Lajes and beyond with your own wheels. Way 2 azores, Ilha Verde and Goldcar are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Lajes Field Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Lajes Field Airport (TER) to central Terceira Lajes
From Lajes Field Airport, Terceira Lajes is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Lajes Field Airport (TER)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lajes Field Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Terceira Lajes based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Lajes Field Airport for August if you'd like to visit Terceira Lajes during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 23ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to TER in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've seen Terceira Lajes, now it's time to explore more of Portugal. Travel around 177 kilometres south-east to Ponta Delgada to check off its leading attractions. From Portas da Cidade to Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao and Igreja do Santo Cristo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of Portugal, head for Lagoa, about 177 kilometres south-east of Terceira Lajes. Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio are key reasons to visit.
