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Overview: Edinburgh to London City Airport flight
Flights from Edinburgh to London City Airport depart on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:20, the last at 18:30. The fastest flight covers the 539 km distance in 1h 30m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 539 km |
Average flight duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Flights per day 6 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
Cheapest month to travel May |
First flight 05:20 |
Last flight 18:30 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Edinburgh to London City Airport
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£220
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
539 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to London City Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to London City Airport will cost around £220 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £117.
Of the 3 flights that leave Edinburgh for London City Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 539 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 30 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.






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Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to London City Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London City Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 539 km
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£146 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to London City Airport flight times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to London City Airport flights for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:10 Edinburgh | 1h30 | 11:40 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:20 Edinburgh | 1h30 | 11:50 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:45 Edinburgh | 1h30 | 14:15 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:40 Edinburgh | 1h30 | 15:10 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Edinburgh to London City Airport flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to London City 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 City Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and London City 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.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
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