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Edinburgh airport transfers
Book a fixed-price private transfer from Edinburgh Airport to your door. The driver tracks your flight, meets you in arrivals, and the fare is agreed before you land - handy with luggage, a group, or after a late flight when you'd rather not wait for the tram.
Pick-up airport
Edinburgh airport
Drop-off
Date
Passengers
You'll confirm your drop-off, date and passenger count on GetTransfer to get a fixed price.
Transfer or public transport?
When a transfer makes sense in Edinburgh
The tram and Airlink (bus) reach the centre in about 30 minutes and are cheap, so for a solo traveller it's a great option. A private airport transfer better suits groups, those with heavy luggage, families, or arriving late to Edinburgh, and it's the easy option for hotels or self-catering outside the tram and bus routes.
Distance & time
Getting in from Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Edinburgh Airport is about 13 km west of the city centre, roughly 25 to 35 minutes by road depending on traffic. A private transfer is a fixed fare for the whole car, door to door; the tram and Airlink bus are quicker and cheaper for one, but a transfer earns its place for stays beyond the tram line, late-night or staying further out into the countryside.
Practical advice
Booking a transfer that works
Lock in your price by booking ahead - fixed fares mean peace of mind before you fly, and almost always undercut booking on the day.
Flight tracking, meet & greet - your driver watches the flight, adjusts the pickup for delays, and meets you in arrivals with a name board.
No meter, no worries - the price is for the whole car, not per seat, with no surge and no charge for extra bags or golf clubs.
Children and groups - flag passengers, bags, and child seats when you book so the right vehicle arrives; for groups, one airport transfer beats separate fares and changes.
Common questions
Airport transfers in Edinburgh — FAQs
Do I need an airport transfer in Edinburgh?
You wouldn't need an airport transfer for a light solo trip - the tram and Airlink (bus) reach the centre in about 30 minutes for a few pounds. An airport transfer in Edinburgh is best when you're with a group, luggage, or staying further out in the suburbs or countryside.
How much is a transfer from Edinburgh Airport to the centre?
Around £25 to £40 depending on vehicle and address, fixed before you fly. The tram and Airlink are significantly cheaper, so with an Edinburgh airport transfer you're really paying for the convenience and comfort.
Is the tram or a transfer better from the airport?
Travelling light, the tram or bus is quick and cheap into Edinburgh's town centre. For a group, a family, or late flight, an airport transfer means one fare and no wait on the platform; it's the better bet for the many stays beyond the tram line.
Can I book a transfer to St Andrews or the Highlands?
Yes - a fixed-price airport transfer covers long runs to St Andrews, Glasgow, Stirling, or the Highlands. Enter the destination and the quote reflects the distance; with golf clubs or hiking kit it often beats trains and hasslesome changes.
What if my flight is delayed?
Once your Edinburgh airport transfer is booked, your flight is tracked and the pickup adjusts automatically, with roughly 45 to 60 minutes' free waiting time included. You're met in arrivals with a name board - no unnecessary hassle.
Land in Edinburgh with the car already booked
Fixed price, flight tracked, driver waiting in arrivals.
Book your Edinburgh airport transfer.