Edinburgh Airport Unveils Passenger-Focused Upgrades for Summer

By Ivan PetrenkoMar 28, 2025 23:42 PMNews
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Ahead of the busy summer period, Edinburgh Airport has announced a number of terminal enhancements designed to increase efficiency and passenger satisfaction. Main changes are shifting of major low-cost carriers (easyJet etc.) to a larger Zone A in the check-in hall, which now features self-service bag drop kiosks. This forms part of a £6 million modernisation programme to upgrade sites and deal with increasing passenger numbers.

In addition to check-in modifications, a new special assistance area near Gate 12 has opened, designed to improve support for passengers with reduced mobility. In parallel, the design of a new airside support area and the deployment of enhanced flight information screens is in progress. This movement reflects passenger feedback and coincides with the airport's strategic shift to a terminal-focused experience to increase passenger accessibility.

These changes promise tangible benefits. Placing the check-in of the big carriers into a consolidated zone is bound to free up some space, especially during peak hours. Automated baggage handling for faster baggage transfer will also be available, to minimise queuing and clearing at the security lanes before passengers. These changes may be especially helpful to those of you with tight schedules and early-morning departures.

Accessibility also continues to advance for travellers with support needs. The new assistance area provides a more comfortable and clearly designated space, improving the departure experience for elderly passengers, people with disabilities, and families with young children. Enhancements of digital signage such as multilingual, destination weather details offer value by making passengers feel more informed during their wait for the next plane.

Edinburgh being in its early stages of a post-pandemic airport means this phased approach is a good thing for passenger experience. With infrastructure now adapting to growing demand and diverse needs, these developments represent not just physical changes, but a strategic shift toward a more streamlined, inclusive travel environment that puts the traveller at the centre of its design.

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