Travelling from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Mexico City has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) flying out of Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Edinburgh is six hours ahead of Mexico City. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Mexico City to EDI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to EDI. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX reach their destination on time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
You can get to NLU from the centre of Mexico City in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Mexico City to EDI flight is much easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you in easy range of the airport.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.58%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near EDI:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh is around 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport is ر.ق. 1,423. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 3,221. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Mexico City to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Mexico City to EDI.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Plan your visit to Edinburgh in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Mexico City to EDI flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Edinburgh to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Edinburgh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Edinburgh right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Mexico City to Edinburgh Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия are major attractions which should feature on any good Edinburgh itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Manchester to check off its popular sights. From Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Chinatown, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Preston is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without seeing Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.
