At Edinburgh in Edinburgh: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Firth of Forth (north), Arthur's Seat and Edinburgh Castle ridge (south), Pentland Hills (southwest), Forth Road Bridge and rail bridge (northeast in distance).

When taking off from Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Edinburgh Airport's primary runways (09L/27R and 09R/27L) typically depart eastbound, and the left side offers views of the Firth of Forth estuary, the Pentland Hills to the south, and the volcanic plug of Arthur's Seat. The right side faces inland toward less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth (north), Arthur's Seat and Edinburgh Castle ridge (south), Pentland Hills (southwest), Forth Road Bridge and rail bridge (northeast in distance).

When landing at Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Edinburgh Airport's primary runway (06/24) typically uses runway 06 for landing from the east. On approach from that direction, the left side offers views of the Firth of Forth, the city skyline dominated by Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat, and the Pentland Hills to the south. The right side faces industrial areas and less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth (water body to north), Edinburgh Castle (prominent on skyline), Arthur's Seat (extinct volcano, distinctive conical peak), Pentland Hills (southern ridge).

The best window seat at Edinburgh (EDI) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Edinburgh (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.