Journey information
Overview: Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight
Flights from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport depart on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:40, the last at 20:55. The fastest flight covers the 572 km distance in 1h 30m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 572 km |
Average flight duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Flights per day 4 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 4:40 |
Last flight 20:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£182
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
572 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £182 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £116.
Of the 5 flights that leave Edinburgh Airport for London Gatwick Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 572 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
U280621:151h35Edinburgh Airport22:50London Gatwick Airport£1161One-way0 changes
U281420:301h40Edinburgh Airport22:10London Gatwick Airport£1241One-way0 changes
U281614:301h40Edinburgh Airport16:10London Gatwick Airport£1661One-way0 changes
U281113:301h40Edinburgh Airport15:10London Gatwick Airport£2451One-way0 changes
U28309:451h40Edinburgh Airport11:25London Gatwick Airport£2611One-way0 changes
U280621:151h35Edinburgh Airport22:50London Gatwick Airport£1161One-way0 changes
U28309:451h40Edinburgh Airport11:25London Gatwick Airport£2611One-way0 changes
U281614:301h40Edinburgh Airport16:10London Gatwick Airport£1661One-way0 changes
U281113:301h40Edinburgh Airport15:10London Gatwick Airport£2451One-way0 changes
U281420:301h40Edinburgh Airport22:10London Gatwick Airport£1241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 572 km
Compare flight with
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 6m Average total duration 12h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights for today, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
U2814 | 15:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 17:00 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport by coach, flight or train
Compare coach, flight and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
24 May
25 May
26 May
27 May
28 May
29 May
30 May
Why should you book Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs easyJet?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare easyJet with all available travel options, which are bus, flight and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Why book with Omio over Edreams, Kayak or Skyscanner?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, flight and train to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Airlines: easyJet from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick AirportFind the best flights between Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport with Omio's travel partners easyJet from £26. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
easyJet
FAQs: Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular airports
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Airport and London Gatwick Airport
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
More options for your journey from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
