Quick answer
A hotel near Edinburgh Airport makes sense for a very early flight, a late landing or a one-night stop. Hotels cluster around the airport itself, Ingliston, the Gogar roundabout and Edinburgh Park, a few minutes from the terminal. For a longer stay, the city centre is only about 25 minutes away.
Edinburgh Airport is about eight miles west of the city centre. Around it are business and airport hotels near Ingliston (home of the Royal Highland Centre), the Gogar roundabout, Edinburgh Gateway station and the Edinburgh Park business district.
When to stay near the airport
- Early flights: no 4am drive across the city.
- Late landings: straight to bed after a delayed flight.
- Events at the Royal Highland Centre in Ingliston.
- Connections: one night between flights or before a drive north.
Things to know before you book
- Check how hotels get you to the terminal. Shuttles and times vary, and some charge.
- Little to do in the evening nearby. For a proper Edinburgh experience, stay in town, such as the New Town.
Getting to the terminal
From hotels around the airport, a short transfer takes about 5 to 10 minutes. We pick up 24/7 with at least 24 hours' notice, so an early-morning drop-off is easy to arrange. Flying out early from the city instead? See our airport travel tips and plan to arrive two hours before departure.
Who an airport hotel suits
Early flyers, late arrivals, business travellers and anyone driving on to the Highlands or St Andrews the next day.
Frequently asked questions
Is it worth staying near Edinburgh Airport?
For a very early flight, a late landing or one night between connections, yes. For a city break, stay in the centre, about 25 minutes away.
How far is Edinburgh Airport from the city centre?
About eight miles west, roughly 25 minutes by car or about 30 minutes by tram.
Can you pick me up from an airport hotel for an early flight?
Yes. We pick up 24/7 with at least 24 hours' notice.
Sources
Facts, fares and timetables checked 28 October 2026. They change, so check with the operator before you travel.