How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London to Edinburgh?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment. London to Edinburgh flights typically cost between $52 and $110 in November. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $70 on easyJet (Nov 24-Dec 1).

How long is the flight from London to Edinburgh?

easyJet and British Airways can get you from London to Edinburgh in just under 1h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 356 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Edinburgh round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from London to Edinburgh round-trip from $37. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ryanair, from $39, and Ryanair, from $67. easyJet is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Edinburgh?

The best time to book flights from London to Edinburgh is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from London to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,251). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Edinburgh?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

What are the cheapest flights from London to Edinburgh?

The cheapest flight price from London to Edinburgh is $77. On average you can expect to pay $233. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Edinburgh Turnhouse), can usually be booked for $80.

What are the most reliable airlines from London to Edinburgh?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London to Edinburgh are China Southern (82%), Cathay Pacific (71%) and Qantas Airways (69%).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to EDI?

When flying from London to Edinburgh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from London?

If you book a flight to Edinburgh from London, you will be flying to Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh. There are 23 flights from London to Turnhouse per day from 4 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from London to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on London to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from London to Edinburgh?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Edinburgh.

Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Edinburgh?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$37+ Cheap Flights from London to Edinburgh

Round-trip from	$70 (easyJet)
One-way from	$37 (easyJet)
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$71
Good round-trip deal	$47 or less
Good one-way deal	$25 or less

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At Heathrow, security can be strict. Ensure all liquids are in one small bag to avoid delays.

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Check your terminal before arriving at Gatwick; easyJet uses both North and South Terminals.

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For a quick exit, head towards Gates 13 and 14 to find the domestic arrivals area at EDI.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
easyJet	Cheapest$37	Average$103	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%
Ryanair	Cheapest$39	Average$51	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Ryanair	Cheapest$67	Average$95	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
British Airways	Cheapest$101	Average$222	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%

$37+ Cheap flights from London (LON) to Edinburgh (EDI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

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