Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Victoria: what you need to know
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Victoria is eight hours behind Edinburgh.
For a relaxed start to your EDI to Victoria flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a plane ticket from EDI to Victoria, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a popular 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 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near EDI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
67.94% of flights leaving from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Victoria
$769 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Victoria flight. A return plane ticket right now is $1,103. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from EDI to Victoria. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Edinburgh Airport to Victoria ticket.
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Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The distance from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYJ instead:
Pick up a Victoria International Airport rental car and discover Victoria and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Victoria International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from EDI to Victoria.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Victoria is roughly 2 kilometres from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 10 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YWH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your EDI to Victoria flight:
Best time to go to Victoria
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Victoria in low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your Edinburgh Airport to Victoria plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to Victoria in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Victoria
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Victoria right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Victoria:
Craigdarroch Castle and Royal BC Museum are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Victoria itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Inner Harbour.
Explore more of Canada
Victoria will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria, a visit to Abbotsford will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Discovery Trail Dog Park, Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park.
Around 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria, Coquitlam is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park.
