Distance 534 km |
Average flight duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Flights per day 34 |
Direct flights 26 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel May |
First flight 03:15 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£370
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Flights per day
34
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London 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 to Edinburgh will cost around £370 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £157.
Of the 34 flights that leave London for Edinburgh every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 534 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 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 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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 534 km
Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
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£154 Average Price | £129 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() ![]() | 16:00 London City Airport | 5h45 | 21:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() ![]() | 16:00 London City Airport | 5h45 | 21:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:20 London City Airport | 1h20 | 17:40 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h15 | 21:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:35 London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 17:55 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:10 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 18:35 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 19:20 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 London City Airport | 1h20 | 19:20 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:15 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 19:45 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:55 London City Airport | 1h15 | 20:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:55 London Luton Airport | 1h15 | 20:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:25 London City Airport | 1h15 | 20:40 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:50 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 21:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:00 London Stansted Airport | 1h15 | 21:15 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:00 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 22:20 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:15 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 06:40 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h25 | 10:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:00 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 07:25 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:45 London Heathrow Airport | 7h05 | 13:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:15 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 08:45 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:15 London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 08:35 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:30 London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 08:50 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:00 London Heathrow Airport | 8h15 | 16:15 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
![]() ![]() | 08:00 London Heathrow Airport | 7h30 | 15:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() ![]() | 08:05 London Heathrow Airport | 8h10 | 16:15 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
![]() | 08:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h45 | 16:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() ![]() | 08:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h00 | 15:30 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
![]() ![]() | 09:25 London Heathrow Airport | 22h20 | 07:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:30 London Heathrow Airport | 6h45 | 16:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() ![]() | 09:50 London Heathrow Airport | 5h40 | 15:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:05 London Heathrow Airport | 3h45 | 13:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h45 | 16:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:05 London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 12:25 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:10 London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 12:30 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() ![]() | 12:05 London City Airport | 4h55 | 17:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:40 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 14:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:55 London Heathrow Airport | 6h55 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() ![]() | 14:05 London Heathrow Airport | 7h45 | 21:50 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:05 London Heathrow Airport | 17h40 | 07:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:20 London Luton Airport | 1h15 | 16:35 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Travel from London to Edinburgh from £41 with Omio’s flight partners easyJet, British Airways and Cityflyer (British Airways 2)! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.
EasyJet is a British multinational low-cost airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN). It’s the largest UK-based carrier based on the number of passengers carried. EasyJet flies to over 150 destinations across Europe and North Africa, making it a popular budget airline for travellers. To keep fares as low as possible, easyJet tickets are non-refundable and no complimentary snacks are provided onboard. All fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for carry-on luggage and checked luggage.
Flight information from London to Edinburgh with easyJet:
Flights from London to Edinburgh generally leave from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
London Gatwick Airport is 46.6 km away from London city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.
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