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Edinburgh Airport

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Snapshot

EDI is Scotland’s main airport. Single terminal, decent lounges, tram to city.

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Lounges

Area Lounge Access Showers Good for Price (paid)
Main Plaza Premium/No1/Aspire PP/Dragon/Paid Some Snacks/buffet About £28–£45
Main Airline lounges Eligible tickets/status Limited Snacks/drinks N/A

Good pay-in coverage; some lounges with showers.

Traveler notes

  • Security can spike; fast track available for purchase.

Sleep / Rest

  • Basic seating; lounges better.

Food

  • Scottish/UK chains; quality ok.

Showers

  • Some Plaza Premium/No1 locations; check availability.

Luggage Storage

  • Available; about £6–£12 per item/day.

Transit to City

  • Tram: ~30 minutes to city; reliable.
  • Bus (Airlink): ~30 minutes.
  • Taxi: 20–40 minutes depending on traffic.
  • Buffer: Back at EDI 3h intl, 2h short-haul.

Essentials

  • SIM/eSIM: Buy in city. ATMs: Decline DCC; pay in GBP. Wi‑Fi: Free.
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