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Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Flights from Edinburgh to Bath depart on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 22:50. The fastest flight covers the 512 km distance in 1h 15m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 512 km |
Average flight duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Flights per day 8 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£130
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
1 h 19 m
Flights on 06 Sept
13
Distance
512 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bath will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £31.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 13 flights from Edinburgh to Bath, including 11 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 512 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 25 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.
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U2220
U2218
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U2214
U2220
U2218
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U2214
RK 1133Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, while a train costs an average of £93.
Distance: 512 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £93 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 9m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Bath:
A coach is £9 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Bath costing on average £54.
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Bath costing on average £93.
Other travel options to Bath take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 7m.
Coach takes on average 11h 39m.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bath flights for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LM0321 | 7:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1h50 | 9:45 Southampton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA4101 | 7:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1h50 | 9:45 Southampton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2214 | 8:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1h15 | 9:20 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8974 · BA8973 | 8:25 Edinburgh Airport | 3h40 | 12:05 Southampton Airport | 1 change | |
LM0323 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1h50 | 14:25 Southampton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA4103 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1h50 | 14:25 Southampton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2218 | 14:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 15:55 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA4105 | 17:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 18:35 Southampton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LM0325 | 17:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 18:35 Southampton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Independent museum of fashion history, dress and changing style, now presented in temporary exhibitions in central Bath.
Compact museum dedicated to Jane Austen’s years in Bath, with period displays, costume and context for her novels.
Sweeping semicircular terrace and lawn, ideal for architecture lovers, photographs and a classic Bath city walk.
Large public park with gardens, walks, play areas and seasonal events, a pleasant green space near the city centre.
Steep hillside viewpoint giving one of Bath’s finest panoramas, especially rewarding at sunrise or sunset.
A soft round bun filled with currants, candied peel and sugar. Closely associated with Bath tea drinking since the 18th century.
A lighter, brioche-like sweet bun topped with crushed sugar and currants. A long-standing Bath speciality linked to spa visitors and Georgian tea rooms.
A hard, dry biscuit traditionally served with wine or cheese. Created in Bath as a refined alternative to richer buns for spa guests.
Smart but welcoming bistro focused on seasonal British cooking with a regularly changing menu and neighbourhood feel.
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in intimate, polished surroundings near the centre of Bath.
Popular pub by Pulteney Bridge serving well-kept beers and hearty British food in a lively, traditional setting.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs in the centre, though buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Bath flights use the Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bath airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Edinburgh Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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