Part of our Choosing an Edinburgh Airport transfer guide
Quick answer
You get a flight-tracked pickup at Edinburgh Airport by pre-booking a private transfer and giving your flight number. RTransfer tracks every airport pickup: your driver follows the flight live, moves the pickup if you land early or late, waits in arrivals with a name board, and gives you 60 minutes of free waiting from the time you actually land. The price is fixed when you book, so a delay does not cost you more.
Who offers flight tracking at Edinburgh Airport
Flight tracking comes with pre-booked transfers, because the driver needs your flight number in advance. The taxi rank and app rides start only when you request them after landing. RTransfer includes flight tracking on every airport pickup at no extra cost, and many booking-site transfers advertise it too.
How it works, step by step
- You book with your flight number, landing date and time.
- We follow the flight on live tracking from the moment it leaves.
- Early or late? The pickup moves automatically. You do not need to call us.
- Your driver messages you on WhatsApp or text when they are on the way, with an ETA.
- You are met in arrivals with a name board. See the meeting point.
Free waiting: when the clock starts
Your 60 minutes of free waiting start when your flight actually lands, not at the time on your booking. That covers passport control, baggage reclaim and a coffee. If you need longer, waiting after that costs £1 a minute, only if you agree.
Delayed or cancelled flight?
A delay is handled automatically. If your flight is cancelled or diverted, message us with the new flight details and we will rebook the pickup. Read what happens if my flight is delayed or cancelled.
Tips for a smooth tracked pickup
- Give the flight number exactly as it is on your ticket, for example EZY6892.
- For flights landing after midnight, book for the date the plane lands.
- Give a mobile number that works abroad, ideally with WhatsApp.
See the full meet and greet guide or the booking checklist.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a flight-tracked airport pickup in Edinburgh?
From a pre-booked private transfer company. RTransfer tracks every Edinburgh Airport pickup, adjusts to early or late landings and waits in arrivals with a name board, with 60 minutes of free waiting.
Do I pay more if my flight is delayed?
No. With RTransfer the price is fixed when you book and the free waiting starts when your flight actually lands.
Does the Edinburgh Airport taxi rank track flights?
No. Rank taxis and app rides are requested after you land. Flight tracking needs a pre-booked transfer with your flight number.
Sources
Facts, fares and timetables checked 29 October 2026. They change, so check with the operator before you travel.