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Edinburgh

Edinburgh (EGPH/EDI) serves Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (06/24, 08/26). Field elevation is 135 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EGPH
  • Name: Edinburgh
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 55.950146
  • Longitude: -3.372288
  • Elevation: 135 ft
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Municipality: Edinburgh
  • IATA Code: EDI
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/London
  • Distance from City: 11.5 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 8386 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 08/26

  • Designation: 08/26
  • Dimensions: 2621 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: NULL
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 12/30

  • Designation: 12/30
  • Dimensions: 5730 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.700 MHz
  • Ground: 121.750 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 131.350 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.edinburghairport.com/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: £8.50-£12.00 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge £85
  • Parking Fee: £0.50-£1.20 per tonne MTOW per hour; first 2 hours may be free
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: GBP
  • Remarks: Noise surcharges may apply for Chapter 3 aircraft. VAT at 20% applicable on all fees.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: 24-hour availability. Multiple suppliers. Volume discounts available for uplift over 5,000 liters.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: Yes
  • Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Minimum Chapter 3 compliance required. No formal curfew. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

EGPF

  • ICAO: EGPF
  • Name: Glasgow
  • Distance (NM): 36.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

EGPK

  • ICAO: EGPK
  • Name: Prestwick
  • Distance (NM): 49.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

EGNT

  • ICAO: EGNT
  • Name: Newcastle
  • Distance (NM): 79.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

EGPD

  • ICAO: EGPD
  • Name: Dyce
  • Distance (NM): 84.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.

Airport Services

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United Kingdom Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 3 working days (ad hoc charter); 5 working days (experimental/non-standard); longer for first-time applicants
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt from permit requirements. PPR may be needed at some airports.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at EGPH?
The tower frequency at Edinburgh is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at EGPH?
Edinburgh offers Jet A-1.
Does EGPH require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Edinburgh (United Kingdom).