Flying from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport takes 1 hour 10 minutes (on average). Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0 — identical to Kirkwall.
For the first departure, take the 07:10 flight from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you prefer to go later, the last flight departs at 18:55. With 10 flights every week from KOI to EDI, you can pick the one that suits you best.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To see your options, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sumburgh Airport is a popular stopover on the KOI to EDI route.
After booking your cheap ticket from KOI to EDI, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're flying within United Kingdom. As long as you have some other proof of identity, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Handy information about Kirkwall Airport (KOI)
Travelling from central Kirkwall to Kirkwall Airport takes approximately 17 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 7 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a convenient hotel near KOI? If you're catching an early flight from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from KOI to EDI, have a look at our hotel options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are top attractions which should be on every Edinburgh itinerary.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh takes around 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Edinburgh trip.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport is $227. The cheapest price for a return flight is $461. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from KOI to EDI by booking 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from KOI to EDI every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Edinburgh. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Kirkwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KOI to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.