Cheap flights to Edinburgh
60 cities have regular scheduled flights to Edinburgh (EDI). 68 airlines fly to the city, from major international carriers to budget low-cost options. Most flights depart from London, Dublin, Belfast, Paris, Amsterdam. Compare fares, choose the best option and book your tickets online at the best price. Enter your departure city above to find flights and check prices.
Belfast — Edinburgh
London — Edinburgh
Birmingham — Edinburgh
Palma — Edinburgh
Dublin — Edinburgh
Copenhagen — Edinburgh
Rhodes — Edinburgh
Dubrovnik — Edinburgh
Oslo — Edinburgh
Naples — Edinburgh
Bristol — Edinburgh
Paris — Edinburgh
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CanadaFlight insights to Edinburgh
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Edinburgh — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Edinburgh come from London, Dublin and Belfast. London leads with around 448 flights a week.
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Edinburgh depart from United Kingdom, Ireland and Spain. United Kingdom alone accounts for about 35% of all direct routes.
- United Kingdomavg $115
- Irelandavg $46
- Spainavg $55
- United Statesavg $258
- Franceavg $54
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Edinburgh range from Belfast at $29 to Amsterdam at $88 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Edinburgh from right now are Belfast from $29, London from $33 and Alicante from $34.
- Belfastfrom $29
- Londonfrom $33
- Alicantefrom $34
- Barcelonafrom $35
- Birminghamfrom $38
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Edinburgh is from Atlanta at about 8h 46m, followed by Chicago (8h 10m) and Dubai (7h 54m).
- Atlanta8h 46m
- Chicago8h 10m
- Dubai7h 54m
- Washington, D.C.7h 40m
- Doha7h 36m
Frequently asked questions
- Which cities have flights to Edinburgh?
- There are 60+ cities with regular flights to Edinburgh, from major international hubs to nearby regional airports. Pick your departure city to compare fares and book.
- Where do most flights to Edinburgh depart from?
- Most travelers fly to Edinburgh from London, Dublin, Belfast, Paris, Amsterdam. These routes have the highest flight frequency and passenger traffic, so fares are usually competitive.
- How many airlines fly to Edinburgh?
- 68 airlines operate flights to Edinburgh, ranging from major international carriers to budget low-cost airlines. Competition helps keep fares affordable.
- When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?
- For short-haul routes, booking 4–8 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices. For long-haul flights, aim for 2–3 months ahead. Prices also drop in off-peak seasons and for midweek departures.
- How to find cheap flights to Edinburgh?
- Compare offers from multiple airlines, use flexible dates and set up price alerts. Our platform lets you track price trends and choose the best time to buy your tickets.