Journey information
Overview: Edinburgh to Cork flight
Flights from Edinburgh to Cork depart on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 568 km distance in 1h 20m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 568 km |
Average flight duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Flights per day 1 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel May |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Edinburgh to Cork
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
568 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Cork is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Cork will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £57.
Of the 1 flights that leave Edinburgh for Cork every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 568 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 20 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.


Live departures
Edinburgh to Cork flight times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Cork flights for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:25 Edinburgh | 1h20 | 21:45 Cork | 0 changesdirect | |
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Edinburgh to Cork Flights: An Overview
Cork, on the south coast of Ireland, is located around 350 miles from Edinburgh in the east of Scotland. Flights from Edinburgh to Cork depart once or twice every day of the week. Flying directly between the two cities takes approximately one hour and thirty-five minutes. All flight options travel between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Cork Airport (ORK).
Which airlines fly from Edinburgh to Cork?
Low-cost Irish airline Aer Lingus offers the only available direct flights from Edinburgh to Cork. Indirect flight routes are also available from British Airways, KLM and BA City Flyer. These flights require at least one change in various cities including London, Paris and Amsterdam.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Cork?
Flights from Edinburgh to Cork take around one hour and thirty-five minutes on the direct route. The fastest indirect routes will almost double the flying time, while longer routes will substantially increase this time. The total travel time including layovers is displayed for each flight in the results.
How many flights are there from Edinburgh to Cork?
Flights from Edinburgh to Cork are operated every day of the week, with one or two flights departing each day. Departures times vary from morning, afternoon and night on different days of the week. There are also between five and twenty indirect flights available each day, which take various routes through other countries.
FAQs: Edinburgh to Cork flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Cork 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 Cork, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Edinburgh to Cork generally leave from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Cork Airport.
Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km away from Edinburgh city centre and Cork Airport is 7.6 km from Cork city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Cork
- 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.
- Shops in the terminal, including duty-free and gift shops.
- Parking available short-term and long-term, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, Aspire Lounge with refreshments and Wi-Fi.
- Located in the terminal.
- Bus: 226, 226A
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