Traveling from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Brussels.
Every week, there are nine Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. To get going early, jump on the 09:15 Ryanair UK flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:30 with Ryanair.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your CRL to EDI flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
Flying into Edinburgh (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is easy with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
Among carriers operating CRL to EDI flights, Ryanair has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Edinburgh Airport. These are the top stopovers between CRL and EDI:
Dublin Airport
Pisa International Airport
Cork Airport
Handy information about Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Of the flights that depart from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Brussels S. Charleroi Airport from central Brussels, it'll take about 55 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CRL:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're landing on a late Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Pick up a Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is roughly 13 kilometers from central Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Edinburgh Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Edinburgh in March.
Before locking in your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CRL to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey about 290 kilometers south to Manchester to tick off its popular sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 402 kilometers south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another favorite stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.