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Overview: Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport flight
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Flights from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport depart on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 19:45. The fastest flight covers the 505 km distance in 1h 20m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 505 km |
Average flight duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Flights per day 3 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel June |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 19:45 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Flights per day
7
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £56.
Of the 7 flights that leave Edinburgh for London Stansted Airport every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 505 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 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 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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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 505 km
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Live departures
Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport flight times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport flights for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RK 1274 | 11:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 12:40 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U2315 | 15:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 16:20 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U2317 | 18:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 20:15 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| RK 9816 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 21:15 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
| U2309 | 07:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 08:20 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| RK 597 | 07:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 09:10 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and London Stansted Airport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- 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
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours.
- Shops are located in the departure lounge, including WHSmith and Boots.
- Short-stay parking located near the terminal, approximately 9.6€ (£8) for the first hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges like the Escape Lounge offer amenities such as food, drinks, and showers.
- Located in the terminal, with services provided by Excess Baggage Company.
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus Express
- Train: Stansted Express
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