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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Edinburgh.RM160 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Sat, 14 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM160, select.

Edinburgh.RM160 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM160, select.

Edinburgh.RM160 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar, returning Sat, 14 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM160, select.

Edinburgh.RM160 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM160, select.

Edinburgh.RM161 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM161, select.

Edinburgh.RM162 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 11 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM162, select.

Edinburgh.RM171 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 27 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM171, select.

Edinburgh.RM173 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 11 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM173, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Direct flights from London to Edinburgh

London to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

London to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	RM161
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	1 hr, 23 mins
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	2,295

Finding cheap flights from London to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Edinburgh is RM161. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from London to Edinburgh?

1 hour and 22 minutes is the average flight time from London to Edinburgh.

Which airlines fly direct from London to Edinburgh?

British Airways, easyJet and Qatar Airways fly direct from London to Edinburgh.

How many flights are there a week from London to Edinburgh?

As of February 2026, there are 3,060 flights per week flying from London to Edinburgh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to fly from London to Edinburgh is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London to Edinburgh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Edinburgh Airport on Friday, 13 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London to Edinburgh Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 22 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Edinburgh with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Edinburgh is Ryanair .

Flying from London to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know

Start planning your trip by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from London to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Explore your options for setting off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW), the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct London to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Edinburgh (where Edinburgh Airport is located) and London share the UTC+0 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the most popular route. There are 76 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with British Airways at 10pm. Go for the first LHR to EDI departure operated by British Airways at 6:05am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from London to EDI.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) operate from here.
Book your direct flight from London to Edinburgh Airport with British Airways. This popular airline operates services from LHR.
British Airways is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from LHR to EDI.
With 72.17% of its services arriving as planned, British Airways is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Think about setting out from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from London to EDI with easyJet. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of LGW.
easyJet is the top choice for passengers flying from LGW to EDI.
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to EDI flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

Stansted Airport (STN)

Skip straight to the good part and board a direct flight from London to Edinburgh Airport leaving from Stansted Airport (STN).
Ryanair UK is one airline that offers direct London to EDI plane tickets from STN.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair UK from STN to EDI.
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early London to Edinburgh Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.

About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Edinburgh Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Follow your own route with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week before your London to Edinburgh Airport flight.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

Edinburgh Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Edinburgh Airport is RM73. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM160. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from London to EDI by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for January. That's the best month for landing cheap London to Edinburgh Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from London to EDI is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as prices go down.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from London to Edinburgh Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.

The best time to fly from London to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Edinburgh. June is when most people book flights from London to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a London to EDI plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Edinburgh to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Edinburgh Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Edinburgh

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Edinburgh right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Edinburgh Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Edinburgh when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Edinburgh Castle followed by Crown Jewels and Шотландия.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

Edinburgh will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Preston is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without seeing Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.