Edinburgh Airport Taxi - Fares & Prices 2026

Popular routes from Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh Castle	25 GBP
Edinburgh Airport to Novotel Edinburgh Centre	28 GBP
Edinburgh Airport to Stirling	123 GBP

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Edinburgh Airport taxi prices

In Edinburgh Airport, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)

4.9GBP

Price per KM

1.7 GBP

Waiting time per hour

28.8GBP

Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Edinburgh Airport city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 13.4 GBP.

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Edinburgh Airport taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Edinburgh Airport?

A 5km ride in Edinburgh Airport costs about 13.4 GBP. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi in Edinburgh Airport?

You can stop a taxi on the street in Edinburgh Airport or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Edinburgh Airport as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around in Edinburgh Airport?

If you can’t find a taxi Edinburgh Airport or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi price in Edinburgh Airport?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Edinburgh Airport taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Edinburgh Airport.

What’s the price of Taxi in Edinburgh Airport per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Edinburgh Airport is 4.9 GBP. Each KM is then priced at 1.7 GBP. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 28.8 GBP per hour.

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