Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Around 8 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Orlando.
Leave enough time to make your MCO to EDI flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Virgin Atlantic is your gateway to discovering Edinburgh (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport offered by this popular airline.
Virgin Atlantic is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. These are the top stopovers between MCO and EDI:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Logan International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is $477. A round-trip ticket is currently $1,255. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MCO to EDI.
The cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MCO to EDI.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Orlando International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MCO:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Reserve a hotel close to EDI if you're taking a late Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz to explore Edinburgh and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Edinburgh in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Orlando International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MCO to EDI around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.