Edinburgh Airport serves over 14 million passengers annually. Managing luggage smoothly—from baggage reclaim through customs to your final destination—makes a substantial difference to your travel experience.
Vehicle Capacities Explained
- Standard Saloon: Suitable for 1 to 3 passengers with 2 medium-to-large check-in suitcases and 2 small carry-ons.
- Estate Car (Station Wagon): Extended boot capacity ideal for 3 to 4 passengers with 3 large cases or 2 cases plus 1 golf bag.
- People Carrier (MPV / Minivan): Essential for families, golf foursomes, or student groups with 4 to 8 passengers and extensive baggage capacity.
Edinburgh’s Cobblestones and Hills
The historic Old Town (including the Royal Mile, Victoria Street, Cowgate, and Grassmarket) is famous for steep inclines, uneven cobblestones, and narrow medieval closes with flights of stone steps. Dragging rolling suitcases across these surfaces is physically demanding and can damage luggage wheels. Pre-booking a door-to-door transfer avoids this challenge entirely.