Edinburgh to Colchester flight with easyJet

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Journey information

Overview: Edinburgh to Colchester flight

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Flights from Edinburgh to Colchester depart on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
525 km
Average flight duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Flights per day
33
Direct flights
23
Fastest flight
1h 15m
Cheapest month to travel
July
First flight
05:45
Last flight
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from Edinburgh to Colchester

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£78

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

1 h 25 m

Flights per day

5

Distance

525 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Colchester will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £28.

Fast flights

Of the 5 flights that leave Edinburgh for Colchester 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 525 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 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 45 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.

Ryanair
17:351h25
Edinburgh
19:00Colchester
£281One-way
0 changes
easyJet
05:051h20
Edinburgh
06:25Colchester
£411One-way
0 changes
easyJet
20:401h15
Edinburgh
21:55Colchester
£651One-way
0 changes
easyJet
05:201h20
Edinburgh
06:40Colchester
£661One-way
0 changes
easyJet
12:351h45
Edinburgh
14:20Colchester
£1911One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Colchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £44.

Distance: 525 km

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Train
Coach

£65

Average Price

£93

Average Price

£65

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

6h 1m

Average total duration

5h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

13h 36m

Average total duration

13h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

easyJet

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Live departures

Edinburgh to Colchester flight times

Showing flights for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
easyjet05:20 Edinburgh
1h25
06:45 Colchester0 changesdirect
ryanair05:35 Edinburgh
1h25
07:00 Colchester0 changesdirect
ryanair12:35 Edinburgh
1h25
14:00 Colchester0 changesdirect
british_airways20:15 Edinburgh
1h20
21:35 Colchester0 changesdirect

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Airlines: easyJet, Cityflyer (British Airways 2), British Airways from Edinburgh to ColchesterFind the best flights between Edinburgh to Colchester with Omio's travel partners easyJet, Cityflyer (British Airways 2), British Airways from £27. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

British Airways

About
British Airways (BA) is the United Kingdom’s flag carrier airline with headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). BA is the second largest UK-based airline in terms of fleet size and number of passengers carried. Known as a full-service global airline, British Airways offers year-round low fares to destinations worldwide and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. syn p British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom with its headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Known as a full-service global airline, BA offers low fares year-round to destinations around the globe and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. BA is also the second largest airline based in the UK in terms of its fleet size and number of passengers carried.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£57
British Airways frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Economy Basic includes 1 cabin bag (max 23kg, 56x45x25cm) plus 1 personal item (40x30x15cm)
Additional luggage
Additional checked bags can be purchased, with prices varying by route and fare class
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on ticket type - Basic tickets non-refundable, Flexible tickets can be cancelled for a full refund
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical clearance required after 28th weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Young flyers aged 5-11 can travel alone using British Airways' Skyflyer Solo service. Service must be booked in advance and is available on most routes
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
British Airways provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance through airports.
Pets
Pets travel in the hold except assistance dogs. Advance booking required. Only cats and dogs accepted on most routes
Entertaiment on board

Cityflyer (British Airways 2)

About
BA Cityflyer is a British regional airline and a wholly-owned subsidiary of British Airways, operating under BA's branding and flight numbers. Its main base is London City Airport, from which it operates a network of domestic and European routes. The airline primarily uses a fleet of Embraer 190 aircraft, which are suited for London City's short runway and steep approach. While focusing on the financial market, BA Cityflyer has expanded into leisure destinations. Unlike mainline British Airways flights, BA Cityflyer offers a complimentary bar service in economy class on its London City services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Cityflyer (British Airways 2) frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (40x30x15cm) + 1 personal item
Additional luggage
23kg checked baggage can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available up to 24 hours after booking if travel is more than 3 weeks away
Pregnant on board
Up to end of 36th week for single pregnancy, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancy. Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Available for ages 5-11, must be booked at least 72 hours before departure
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
BA CityFlyer provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. Pre-notification is required.
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 6kg including carrier
Entertaiment on board

easyJet

About
easyJet is a British multinational low-cost airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN). It’s the largest UK-based carrier based on the number of passengers carried. easyJet flies to over 150 destinations across Europe and North Africa, making it a popular budget airline for travelers. To keep fares as low as possible, easyJet tickets are non-refundable and no complimentary snacks are provided onboard. All fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for carry-on luggage and checked luggage. syn p easyJet is a British multinational budget airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN) and the largest UK-based airline based on the number of passengers carried. easyJet flies to more than 150 destinations in Europe and North Africa, making it a very popular low-cost carrier for travelers. To keep fares as low as possible, tickets are non-refundable, and no complimentary snacks are served onboard. All easyJet fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for travelers bringing hand luggage and checked luggage.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£41
easyJet frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Only small under seat bag (45x36x20 cm) included
Additional luggage
Hold luggage up to 23kg can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Flights can be changed up to 2 hours before departure for a fee plus fare difference; no refunds unless flights are cancelled by easyJet
Pregnant on board
Expectant mothers can fly up to the end of week 35 for single pregnancies, end of week 32 for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required if beyond week 28
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-14 can travel as unaccompanied minors for a fee of £37 per child per flight
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
easyJet provides special assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and support for hidden disabilities through the Sunflower lanyard scheme

FAQs: Edinburgh to Colchester flights

FAQs: Take a flight from Edinburgh to Colchester hassle-free. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Colchester.
FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Edinburgh to Colchester can start from as little as £30 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Edinburgh to Colchester is £81; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The flight time from Edinburgh to Colchester is on average 1 h 10 min   for the 326 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Edinburgh and Colchester by flight can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The earliest flight from Edinburgh to Colchester leaves at 05: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from Edinburgh to Colchester leaves at 22: 50.
Yes, there are 26 direct flights a day from Edinburgh to Colchester with British Airways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
For the best Edinburgh to Colchester flight to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with easyJet or British Airways. However, it's always good to check all possible airlines with services between Edinburgh and Colchester to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month for a flight from Edinburgh to Colchester is January.
You have options as you can travel from Edinburgh to Colchester 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Colchester

Edinburgh
Colchester
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
carConnection
Car connection
A8, Exit for Eastfield Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
Parking
Parking
  • Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Airport
  • Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
  • Tram: Edinburgh Trams

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