Flights London — Edinburgh

Q: Which airlines fly this route?

Flights are operated by British Airways, EasyJet, Ryanair, and several other international carriers, ensuring high flight frequency.

Cheap flights London — Edinburgh

Below you can see the best deals on London — Edinburgh flights for the upcoming dates. Compare direct and connecting flights from different airlines and pick the ticket that suits you best.

The lowest price in the next 2 months is on August 4 — from 2 565 ₽.

Top 10 cheap flights London — Edinburgh

Direct flights London — Edinburgh

Offers on non-stop flights from London to Edinburgh for the upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest non-stop flight is operated by British Airways — about 1 h 15 m in the air.

Top 10 direct flights London — Edinburgh

About the London — Edinburgh flight

On this page, you can find and book flights from London to Edinburgh. This 534 km route is in high demand, with approximately 149 flights operating weekly, allowing you to choose the most convenient departure time throughout the day.

Direct flights and connection options are offered by airlines such as British Airways, Ryanair, and EasyJet. Ticket prices vary depending on the season and how far in advance you book, so we recommend using the price trends chart and calendar to find the best deals. Before your trip, you can also find out how to get to London's airports and book an Edinburgh airport transfer.

Return route: Edinburgh → London tickets

Flight schedule London — Edinburgh

The table shows direct flights London → Edinburgh for the selected date. The flight takes about 1h 15m. Regular flights are operated by British Airways, Easy jet, American Airlines and Qatar Airways. Departures from Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport and Stansted Airport, arrivals at Edinburgh Airport.

Each row shows: local departure time, destination city and airport, flight number with airline, terminal or gate and status. Click a flight to open its details and switch to search. To view another day, change the date above the table.

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When to fly

Weather conditions in Edinburgh are most favorable in July, when the average temperature reaches 18°C. January is the coldest month, with lows around 1.8°C, while the peak rainfall occurs in October.

The lowest airfares are typically found in August, with flights starting from 2,473 ₽. The peak pricing period is December, when fares start from 4,413 ₽.

August is considered the best time to travel, offering the ideal combination of warm weather and affordable prices. It is recommended to avoid booking for December due to peak demand and high costs.

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Flight prices by day London — Edinburgh

Below is the calendar of lowest prices for London — Edinburgh flights by day. Pick a convenient date and see the fare instantly. The cheapest flights on this route start at 2,565 RUB in August, the most expensive reach around 4,413 RUB in December. If your dates are flexible, the calendar helps you pick the lowest fare for the period you need. To view round-trip prices, switch to the “Round-trip” tab above the calendar and pick a departure date — the right-side calendar will then highlight the lowest return fares for each day.

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How to book London — Edinburgh flights smarter

Book your tickets at least 3–4 weeks before departure to find great deals starting from 2,473 ₽.
Compare fares from low-cost carriers like Ryanair and EasyJet with British Airways offers, making sure to check cabin bag and checked luggage policies.
Use the price trends chart and calendar on this page: flights on Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often cheaper than weekend departures.
Check flight prices from different departure airports in London, as flights from Stansted or Luton can be more budget-friendly than those from Heathrow.

Airlines

There are 14 airlines operating on this route, with the majority of flights handled by British Airways, EasyJet, and Ryanair. Most flights are direct, providing a quick connection between the cities. To see the detailed schedule and available flight options for specific dates, select the card of your preferred carrier below.

British AirwaysBA
82/wk
WebsiteFleet: 29243 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LHR → EDI58/wk
  Ave. duration
  1h 25m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight LCY → EDI23/wk
  Ave. duration
  1h 18m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
54.7%Open →
Easy jetU2
51/wk
WebsiteFleet: 33682.8 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LGW → EDI23/wk
  Ave. duration
  1h 30m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight LTN → EDI14/wk
  Ave. duration
  1h 18m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight STN → EDI14/wk
  Ave. duration
  1h 19m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
33.9%Open →
American AirlinesAA
2/wk
WebsiteFleet: 965211 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LHR → EDI2/wk
1.6%Open →
Qatar AirwaysQR
2/wk
WebsiteFleet: 26640 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LHR → EDI2/wk
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
1.6%Open →
RKRK
2/wk
- Direct flight STN → EDI2/wk
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
1.3%
Japan AirlinesJL
2/wk
WebsiteFleet: 14540 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LHR → EDI2/wk
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
1.1%Open →
IberiaIB
1/wk
WebsiteFleet: 9224 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LHR → EDI1/wk
0.9%Open →
FinnairAY
1/wk
WebsiteFleet: 7911 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LHR → EDI1/wk
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
0.9%Open →
Malaysia AirlineMH
1/wk
WebsiteFleet: 8916.6 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LHR → EDI1/wk
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
0.9%Open →
FRFR
1/wk
- Direct flight STN → EDI1/wk
0.7%
Latam Airlines GroupLA
1/wk
WebsiteFleet: 34782 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LHR → EDI1/wk
0.7%Open →
Royal Air MarocAT
1/wk
WebsiteFleet: 507.5 M pax/yr
- Direct flight LHR → EDI1/wk
0.7%Open →

Cities and airports on the London — Edinburgh route

Flights London — Edinburgh depart from Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, Stansted Airport and London Luton Airport and land at Edinburgh Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries and airports on this route: airlines, schedules and travel guides.

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London

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United Kingdom

About the city Getting there Weather About United Kingdom

Arrival

Edinburgh

EDI

United Kingdom

About the city Getting there Weather About United Kingdom

Departure airports

Heathrow AirportLHR
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London Gatwick AirportLGW
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Stansted AirportSTN
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London Luton AirportLTN
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London City AirportLCY
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London Southend AirportSEN
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Arrival airports

Edinburgh AirportEDI
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FAQ: London — Edinburgh flights

How long is the flight from London to Edinburgh?

With a distance of 534 km, a direct flight between the cities usually takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, excluding taxi time at the airport.

Which airlines fly this route?

Flights are operated by British Airways, EasyJet, Ryanair, and several other international carriers, ensuring high flight frequency.

Are there direct flights between the cities?

Yes, there are many direct flights available on this route, operating daily throughout the week.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Main flights arrive at Edinburgh International Airport (EDI), which offers convenient access to the city center.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Flight prices change constantly depending on demand. You can find the current lowest price for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.

Where else to fly from London

Frankfurt am Main∙July 1

Where else to fly to Edinburgh

Belfast∙July 8

RUB 2,318