Edinburgh Airport Taxi Prices — 2026
| Option | Fare to Edinburgh city centre | Fixed? | Door-to-Door | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GetLondonTransferRecommended | From £22 | ✓ Always | ✓ | Groups, families, business |
| Uber / Bolt | Varies — surge risk | ✗ Surge | ✓ | Off-peak solo only |
| Black Cab (rank) | Higher — metered | ✗ Metered | ✓ | Walk-up last resort |
| Public Transport | Cheapest per person | ✓ | ✗ Station only | Solo, carry-on luggage |
Uber gives you a range. The meter gives you a surprise. GetLondonTransfer gives you £22 — confirmed the moment you book. Traffic, time of day, bank holiday: the fare stays the same.
Per-Person Cost — Every Group Size
| Passengers | GetLondonTransfer | Typical per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | £22 | £22 |
| 2 people | £22 shared | Half fare each |
| 3 people | £22 shared | One third each — beats train |
| 4+ people | MPV rate | Best per-person value |
"I spent 10 minutes googling 'how much is a taxi from Edinburgh' and got ranges everywhere. Booked GetLondonTransfer, got an exact number instantly. £22. Done."
Edinburgh Airport Taxi Prices FAQ
How much is a taxi from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh city centre in 2026?
GetLondonTransfer's pre-booked fixed fare from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh city centre starts from £22. This includes all charges — no airport fee added separately, no night rate, no surge. The price at booking is the price you pay.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi from Edinburgh Airport?
Off-peak, Uber can be cheaper for a solo traveller. However Uber applies 20% VAT to London journeys since January 2026, surge pricing during peak windows, and the fare is not confirmed until pickup. A pre-booked fixed fare is always the same regardless of demand or time.
Do taxis from Edinburgh Airport charge a night rate?
GetLondonTransfer charges no night rate — the same fixed fare applies at any hour. Licensed black cabs from the rank do charge night tariffs (typically 25% more after 8–10pm). Always confirm tariff before boarding a rank cab.
What is included in GetLondonTransfer's Edinburgh fare?
Everything: driver meet-and-greet in arrivals hall, 30 minutes free waiting time, flight tracking, any applicable airport drop-off or set-down charges, and the journey to your destination. Nothing is added on the day.
Exact Fixed Fare from Edinburgh Airport.
No range. No estimate. Real confirmed price in 60 seconds.