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London Heathrow Airport LHR to Edinburgh EDI flight with British Airways

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Overview: London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh flight

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Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh depart on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.

There are 10 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:15, the last at 21:00. The fastest flight covers the 530 km distance in 1h 20m. January is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £32
Distance
530 km
Average flight duration
1h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
£86
Flights per day
18
Direct flights
10
Fastest flight
1h 20m
Cheapest month to travel
January
First flight
05:15
Last flight
21:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £32

The cheapest and fastest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 20 Jan

Cheapest price

£264

Average price

£442

Fastest journey

1 h 25 m

Average duration

1 h 26 m

Flights per day

20

Distance

530 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh will cost around £442 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £264.

Fast flights

Of the 20 flights that leave London Heathrow Airport for Edinburgh every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct flights cover the 530 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

The slowest flights will take 1 h 30 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.

British AirwaysBA1454
15:301h30
London Heathrow Airport
17:00Edinburgh Airport
£2641One-way
0 changes
British AirwaysBA1452
13:451h30
London Heathrow Airport
15:15Edinburgh Airport
£2661One-way
0 changes
British AirwaysBA1448
11:451h30
London Heathrow Airport
13:15Edinburgh Airport
£3251One-way
0 changes
British AirwaysBA1446
10:401h30
London Heathrow Airport
12:10Edinburgh Airport
£3251One-way
0 changes
British AirwaysBA1464
20:301h25
London Heathrow Airport
21:55Edinburgh Airport
£3281One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach, train and flight for London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £86.

Distance: 530 km

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Coach
Train

£189

Average Price

£51

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Cheapest

£157

Average Price

4h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 26m

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Additional time*

12h 5m

Average total duration

11h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 43m

Average total duration

5h 13m

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Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh flight times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh flights for today, Monday 19 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at 13:33
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
british_airwaysBA145213:45 London Heathrow Airport
1h30
15:15 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
british_airwaysBA1402+emerald_airlines_irelandBA888815:20 London Heathrow Airport
4h25
19:45 Edinburgh Airport1 change
british_airwaysBA145415:30 London Heathrow Airport
1h30
17:00 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
british_airwaysBA145617:05 London Heathrow Airport
1h30
18:35 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
british_airwaysBA146018:25 London Heathrow Airport
1h25
19:50 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
british_airwaysBA146220:00 London Heathrow Airport
1h25
21:25 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
british_airwaysBA146421:10 London Heathrow Airport
1h25
22:35 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
Tuesday 20 January
austrian_airlinesOS340+lufthansaOS7207 · OS730706:00 London Heathrow Airport
30h00
12:00 Edinburgh Airport2 changes
austrian_airlinesOS340 · OS201+lufthansaOS730706:00 London Heathrow Airport
30h00
12:00 Edinburgh Airport2 changes
austrian_airlinesOS340 · OS199+lufthansaOS730706:00 London Heathrow Airport
30h00
12:00 Edinburgh Airport2 changes
british_airwaysBA143806:25 London Heathrow Airport
1h25
07:50 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
british_airwaysBA144007:45 London Heathrow Airport
1h25
09:10 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
british_airwaysBA144208:45 London Heathrow Airport
1h25
10:10 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
british_airwaysBA1394+emerald_airlines_irelandBA898409:15 London Heathrow Airport
5h40
14:55 Edinburgh Airport1 change
british_airwaysBA144610:40 London Heathrow Airport
1h30
12:10 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect
british_airwaysBA144811:45 London Heathrow Airport
1h30
13:15 Edinburgh Airport0 changesdirect

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Airlines: British Airways from London Heathrow Airport to EdinburghFind the best flights between London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh with Omio's travel partners British Airways from £32. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

British Airways

About
British Airways (BA) is the United Kingdom’s flag carrier airline with headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). BA is the second largest UK-based airline in terms of fleet size and number of passengers carried. Known as a full-service global airline, British Airways offers year-round low fares to destinations worldwide and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. syn p British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom with its headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Known as a full-service global airline, BA offers low fares year-round to destinations around the globe and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. BA is also the second largest airline based in the UK in terms of its fleet size and number of passengers carried.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£62
British Airways frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Economy Basic includes 1 cabin bag (max 23kg, 56x45x25cm) plus 1 personal item (40x30x15cm)
Additional luggage
Additional checked bags can be purchased, with prices varying by route and fare class
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on ticket type - Basic tickets non-refundable, Flexible tickets can be cancelled for a full refund
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical clearance required after 28th weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Young flyers aged 5-11 can travel alone using British Airways' Skyflyer Solo service. Service must be booked in advance and is available on most routes
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
British Airways provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance through airports.
Pets
Pets travel in the hold except assistance dogs. Advance booking required. Only cats and dogs accepted on most routes
Entertaiment on board
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh flights

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh can start from as little as £34 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh is £189; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh flight time is 1 h 25 min   covering the 328 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The earliest flight from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh leaves at 05: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh leaves at 21: 00.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh without having to change trains with British Airways. There are 11 direct flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh you can take a flight with British Airways. Be sure to check out all possible airlines that offer services from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh by plane is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Edinburgh from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) including taking a coach, train or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Edinburgh

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Edinburgh
The major airport for departures in London is London Heathrow Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Heathrow Airport for your trip from London to Edinburgh.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
address
Address
Longford TW6, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
23 km
carConnection
Car connection
M4, Junction 4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
Parking
Parking
  • Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Assistance.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
Public transport options for London Heathrow Airport
  • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
  • Metro: Piccadilly Line
  • Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail

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