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STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway
Museum of the Great Western Railway with locomotives, carriages, and hands-on displays in a restored railway building.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£20
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£39
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
1 h 23 m
Flights on 15 Oct
4
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Swindon will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £20.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 4 flights from Edinburgh to Swindon, including 4 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 497 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 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.








Flights from Edinburgh to Swindon depart on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 29 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 22:50. The fastest flight covers the 497 km distance in 1h 10m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 497 km |
Average flight duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Flights per day 36 |
Direct flights 29 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 5:10 |
Last flight 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Swindon flights for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:25 Edinburgh | 1h25 | 7:50 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:45 Edinburgh | 1h25 | 9:10 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Edinburgh | 1h25 | 9:35 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum of the Great Western Railway with locomotives, carriages, and hands-on displays in a restored railway building.
Museum and art gallery exploring Swindon’s history, archaeology, and changing exhibitions near the town centre.
Volunteer-run transport museum with buses, cars, motorcycles, and local motoring history displays.
Large country park with woodland, lakes, trails, and family activities on the edge of west Swindon.
Restored railway shopping district with heritage buildings, outlet stores, and easy access to STEAM Museum.
Popular waterside park with a reservoir, circular walks, play areas, and links to local literary heritage.
A Wiltshire cured ham, usually sliced for sandwiches or salads. It is a long-standing county speciality prized for its mild cure and local heritage.
Small sausages traditionally made with pork from local farms. They are a classic Wiltshire butcher’s product, often served at breakfasts and pub meals.
A firm, crumbly cow’s milk cheese made in Wiltshire. It is one of the county’s best-known foods and is often eaten with bread, apples or pickles.
Well-regarded Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza and seafood in a polished, family-friendly dining room.
Stylish modern Indian restaurant known for refined curries, grills and cocktails in a smart but relaxed setting near the town centre.
Established steakhouse and grill serving steaks, burgers and hearty British favourites in a lively, informal setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than in London, but dining and rail fares can still add up for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Swindon 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 Swindon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Swindon flights use the Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Swindon 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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