Journey information
Overview: Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh flight
Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh depart on average 41 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £108 but you can travel from only £68 by coach.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 22:20. The fastest flight covers the 1023 km distance in 1h 55m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1023 km |
Average flight duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £108 |
Flights per day 41 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 55m |
Cheapest month to travel April |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 22:20 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£179
Average price
£429
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Flights per day
53
Distance
1023 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh will cost around £429 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £179.
Of the 53 flights that leave Frankfurt am Main for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1023 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 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.
FR 1748+
U2318
FR 6206+
U2314
FR 6206+
U2312
AF1686+
AF1119
AF1886+
AF1519
LH960
LH962
BA8735 · BA8706
KL1820 · KL929
FR 1748+
U2318Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £68. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £68, and a train costs an average of £510.
Distance: 1023 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
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£228 Average Price | £126 Average Price Cheapest | £511 Average Price |
5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 57m Average total duration 25h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 12m Average total duration 15h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
3.1 - 6.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh flights for tomorrow, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1814+ KL931 | 05:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 10h10 | 16:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1814+ KL927 | 05:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h50 | 12:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1814 · KL929 | 05:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 11h35 | 17:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1686+ AF1019 | 06:05 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h35 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1886+ AF1019 | 06:05 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 15h30 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA911+ BA8716 | 06:20 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 9h05 | 15:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LX1069+ LX8292 | 08:10 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 5h20 | 13:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR70 · QR29 | 08:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 28h20 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR70 · QR31 | 08:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 21h45 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
FR 6206+ U2314 | 08:35 Frankfurt Hahn Airport | 10h15 | 18:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
FR 6206+ U2312 | 08:35 Frankfurt Hahn Airport | 5h00 | 13:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1886+ AF1519 | 08:40 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 12h55 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LX3603+ LX8292 | 08:50 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h40 | 13:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1816+ KL929 | 09:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 8h15 | 17:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1816+ KL933 | 09:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 13h55 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA8762 · BA8706 | 09:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 7h45 | 17:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA8762 · BA8716 | 09:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h10 | 15:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1816+ KL931 | 09:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h50 | 16:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH960 | 09:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 2h05 | 12:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA901+ BA8708 | 10:35 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 8h50 | 19:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA901 · BA1456 | 10:35 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 8h00 | 18:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1818+ KL931 | 10:50 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 5h15 | 16:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1818 · KL929 | 10:50 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h40 | 17:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1818+ KL933 | 10:50 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 12h20 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1886+ AF1619 | 11:00 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 10h35 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA8735 · BA8708 | 12:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h30 | 19:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA8735 · BA8718 | 12:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 8h50 | 21:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA8735+ BA1460 | 12:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h55 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA8735 · BA8710 | 12:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 7h35 | 20:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA8735+ BA1462 | 12:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 8h30 | 21:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA8735 · BA8706 | 12:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h05 | 17:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA8735 · BA8714 | 12:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 8h05 | 21:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1820 · KL929 | 13:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h15 | 17:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1820+ KL933 | 13:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 9h55 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR68 · QR31 | 14:00 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 16h00 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR68 · QR29 | 14:00 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 22h35 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA903 · BA1464 | 14:10 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 8h25 | 22:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA903 · BA1460 | 14:10 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 5h40 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA903 · BA1456 | 14:10 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h25 | 18:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA903 · BA1462 | 14:10 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 7h15 | 21:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA903+ BA8714 | 14:10 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h50 | 21:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA903+ BA8718 | 14:10 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 7h35 | 21:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH962 | 14:50 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 2h05 | 16:55 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1886+ AF1319 | 16:35 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 5h00 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1822+ KL933 | 16:50 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 6h20 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA905 · BA1464 | 16:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 5h40 | 22:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA905 · BA1462 | 16:55 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h30 | 21:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1824+ KL923 | 18:20 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 14h20 | 08:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1824+ KL933 | 18:20 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h50 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
FR 1748+ U2318 | 18:25 Frankfurt Hahn Airport | 4h20 | 22:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1686+ AF1119 | 19:00 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 15h40 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR72 · QR31 | 21:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 32h45 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR72 · QR29 | 21:15 Frankfurt am Main Airport | 15h20 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh generally leave from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
Frankfurt am Main Airport is 17.8 km away from Frankfurt am Main city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Edinburgh
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in both terminals, includes duty-free, Hugo Boss, and electronics stores.
- Parking available at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, approximately 5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, includes Lufthansa Lounge and Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 1, Level 0, Area A.
- Buses: 61, 62, 77
- Metro: S8, S9
- Train: ICE, IC, RE
- 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
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