Edinburgh Airport evacuated after suspicious package alert

A major security alert at Edinburgh Airport on Friday evening caused widespread travel disruption after a report of a potentially suspicious package prompted the evacuation of the terminal. Police Scotland and specialist bomb disposal teams responded to the scene, establishing a large security cordon and closing roads around Scotland's busiest airport.

The incident began shortly before 7:00 p.m. on June 19, 2026, when authorities received the report. As a precaution, the airport terminal was evacuated, forcing hundreds of passengers outside. Police confirmed that Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams were in attendance to investigate the item. A significant cordon was put in place around the airport, with key access roads closed to all but emergency vehicles.

The security operation severely impacted air and ground travel. Multiple inbound flights were diverted to other airports, with Glasgow Airport being a primary diversion point. Some aircraft that had already landed at Edinburgh remained on the tarmac, with passengers unable to disembark for a period as the investigation unfolded. Departure schedules also faced delays and cancellations.

Ground transportation services were...