Golf Courses Near Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport sits in Ingliston, just west of the city, with a dense cluster of golf courses within 15–20 minutes' drive in almost every direction. If you're flying in for a golf trip, you can be on a tee within 30 minutes of collecting your hire car. Here's what's nearby.

Within 10 minutes of the airport

Marriott Dalmahoy — 5 miles east

Two courses on the Dalmahoy estate: the East (par 70, 6,677 yards) and the West (shorter, parkland). Visitor-friendly, good facilities, full hotel and restaurant. Green fees £40–£75 depending on season and course. Worth calling ahead; the East fills quickly on weekends.

Ratho Park — 3 miles south

A quiet, mature parkland that most visitors drive past. Founded in 1928, 18 holes, par 69. Green fees around £35–£45 for visitors on weekdays. Pleasant rather than spectacular, but a solid round 10 minutes from departures. Visitor booking by phone.

Royal Burgess Golfing Society — 5 miles southeast

One of the oldest golf clubs in the world (founded 1735). Parkland, well-maintained, visitors welcome Tuesday and Thursday afternoons by arrangement. Green fee around £60. The clubhouse is worth the visit on its own. Call ahead — it's a members' club.

10–20 minutes from the airport

Braid Hills — 10 miles southeast

Edinburgh Leisure's flagship. Two 18-hole courses with panoramic views over the city. No membership required, walk-up tee times available. Green fees £18–£28. The best-value round near Edinburgh. The No. 1 course is the serious one; No. 2 is shorter and more forgiving.

Cramond — 6 miles east

A municipal course managed by Edinburgh Leisure, on the Cramond waterfront. Nine holes, well-priced, good for a quick round after landing. Green fees around £15–£18 for 9 holes.

Silverknowes — 6 miles east (by coast)

Another Edinburgh Leisure parkland, on the Firth of Forth coastline. 18 holes, flat, good condition. Booking through the Edinburgh Leisure portal. Green fees around £22–£28.

Bruntsfield Links — 7 miles southeast

One of the oldest courses in Edinburgh. Short par 70 in the Bruntsfield area. Edinburgh Leisure-managed. Visitors welcome. Green fees £18–£28. Tight fairways through mature trees.

Murrayfield — 4 miles east

Private club but takes visitors on weekdays. Parkland, pleasant views, well-maintained greens. Green fee around £40–£50. Call the office to confirm availability.

20–30 minutes: East Lothian links

If you're prepared for 30 minutes on the A1, East Lothian opens up the best links golf accessible from Edinburgh airport:

• Gullane No. 1 — Classic links, KD 22 in the research, green fee around £80–£95
• Musselburgh Old Links — 9 holes, the oldest playing course in the world, £15–£20
• Luffness New — Quiet links, warm welcome to visitors, around £65–£80
• Craigielaw — Modern links design, full visitor access, £50–£75

Practical notes

Car hire: The airport has all major rental companies. Most courses are not accessible by public transport from the terminal — a car is the practical option.

Booking: Most courses near the airport accept online or telephone booking. Don't turn up at a members' club without calling first.

Tee time availability: Weekday mornings are easiest. Weekend mornings at the municipal courses fill up; afternoon slots are more available.

The advantage of Edinburgh Airport's location is that you don't have to choose between budget and quality. Both are within reach of the car park.