Edinburgh Airport Parking

Edinburgh Airport Overview

Directions

Edinburgh Airport is located at the west of the Edinburgh city center. The closest available routes are M8 and A8 or A89 which would lead you directly to the airport's premises. If you are traveling from the southern regions, try to reach the M6 north which will directly drive you to the airport. It is preferred to use the navigation map for achieving the terminal as quickly as possible.

Services

The airport is serving international as well as domestic flights covering almost all the destinations which a big airport mostly cover-ups. There are restaurants, shops, service centers and many more for passenger's facilitation as well as some other facilities. You will find everything under one roof.

History

The Edinburgh Airport was initially designed by the Royal Flying corporations in 1912 and was named as Turnhouse Aerodrome. Later on, it was taken over by the British Airports Authority which is also commonly known as BAA. It was used for an extended period by the Royal Air Force and played the military role. In 1960 finally, the airport started its facilitation by getting into the hands of the Ministry of Aviation.

 

 

Airport facilities

There are a considerable number of necessities which are essential for any airport to provide its passengers. The airport is currently providing almost all the required facilities and is adding more with the passage of time.  Some of the facilities are listed below:

Things to do at Edinburgh Airport

It is observed that after the security clearance you have to wait a lot for moving forward to the flight. Some people are super organized for these free times. They bring their things to keep them busy like books, laptops, and many even sleep in designated spaces, but others need things to do like:

Eating

The world’s best food chains are providing continental as well as fast food for the passengers. There is a variety of drinks at the bars and coffee shops from where you can get entertained as well as have something light to eat and drink.

Having rest

Upgraded lounges are available for having a crowd-free resting experience. You can buy the upgraded lounges coupon on the spot as well as while booking your flight or car parking.

Shopping

There are different brands of outlets and open areas for shopping. You can buy anything you want from the airport shops which are available precisely after the security clearance and around the departure lounges.

Beauty treatments

Men and women both can get treated at the Aero-spa with manicures, pedicures, styling, facials, as well as massage services. It will help you to refresh your makeups, clean yourself and drain out the stress for a comfortable journey.

Art gallery

The art lovers, as well as others, can have a chance to view the art in the art gallery located at the Gate 13. There are spectacular art pieces made by Scottish artists, and most of the art pieces are for sale.