Edinburgh Airport evacuated after suspicious item discovered

Edinburgh Airport has been evacuated after a potentially suspicious package was discovered.

The alarm was raised around 6.50pm on Friday after the item was discovered.

Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) are in attendance, and a cordon is in place around the airport.

Road closures are also in place.

Members of the public are urged to check in advance and contact their airline for updates.

It’s understood that some flights are being diverted to Glasgow Airport.

A spokesperson for Edinburgh Airport said: “Due to reports of a potentially suspicious item, the airport has been evacuated while specialist teams investigate.

“Updates will be issued when available. Passengers should check with their airline for the latest information on their flight.”

A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “Edinburgh Airport has been evacuated as a precaution following a report of a potentially suspicious package, reported around 6.50pm on Friday, 19 June, 2026.

“Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) are in attendance and a cordon is in place around the airport with roads closed.

“Enquiries are ongoing and members of the public are advised to check ahead and contact their airline for updates.”