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Overview: Luton to Edinburgh flight
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Flights from Luton to Edinburgh depart on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 24 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 488 km distance in 1h 15m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 488 km |
Average flight duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Flights per day 33 |
Direct flights 24 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel May |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Luton to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£225
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Flights per day
45
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Luton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Edinburgh will cost around £225 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £57.
Of the 45 flights that leave Luton for Edinburgh every day 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 488 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 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 15 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 train, coach and flight for Luton to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 488 km
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£95 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £143 Average Price |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Edinburgh flights for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 BA1438 | 06:25 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 07:50 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
 LH921 · LH960 | 06:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h30 | 12:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
| BA8700 | 06:55 London City Airport | 1h15 | 08:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA1440 | 07:45 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 09:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| RK 596 | 07:50 London Stansted Airport | 1h25 | 09:15 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U2807 | 08:30 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 10:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U2302 | 08:45 London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 10:05 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA1442 | 08:45 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 10:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U2310 | 08:50 London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 10:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA8702 | 08:55 London City Airport | 1h20 | 10:15 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA1446 | 10:40 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 12:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA1448 | 11:45 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 13:15 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8756+ BA8984 | 12:15 London City Airport | 2h40 | 14:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
| U2804 | 12:20 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 13:50 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| RK 1273 | 12:40 London Stansted Airport | 1h25 | 14:05 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U2603 | 13:00 London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 14:20 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA1452 | 13:45 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 15:15 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA8716 | 14:05 London City Airport | 1h20 | 15:25 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U2811 | 14:50 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 16:20 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA1454 | 15:30 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 17:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA8706 | 15:45 London City Airport | 1h15 | 17:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U2316 | 16:40 London Stansted Airport | 1h15 | 17:55 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA1456 | 16:40 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 18:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| LH915 · LH964 | 17:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h15 | 22:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
| U2813 | 17:40 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 19:10 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA8708 | 18:05 London City Airport | 1h20 | 19:25 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
 EN8779+LH964 | 18:15 London City Airport | 4h30 | 22:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
| LH5659+LH964 | 18:15 London City Airport | 4h30 | 22:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
| BA8710 | 19:10 London City Airport | 1h20 | 20:30 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA1460 | 19:30 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA8714 | 19:45 London City Airport | 1h15 | 21:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| RK 9817 | 19:50 London Stansted Airport | 1h25 | 21:15 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA8718 | 20:30 London City Airport | 1h15 | 21:45 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA1464 | 20:30 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 21:55 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U2318 | 21:40 London Stansted Airport | 1h15 | 22:55 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Airlines: easyJet, British Airways from Luton to EdinburghFind the best flights between Luton to Edinburgh with Omio's travel partners easyJet, British Airways from £21. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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Luton to Edinburgh Flights: An Overview
Regular direct flights from Luton to Edinburgh offer passengers a choice of at least 3 daily departures for 6 days of the week, with a single flight available on Saturdays. Flights are provided by the budget carrier easyJet, which offers morning, afternoon and evening services from Luton to the Scottish capital. Journey times on the route north are just over an hour.
Which airlines fly from Luton to Edinburgh?
All the direct daily flights from Luton to Edinburgh are provided by the budget carrier easyJet. Alternative airlines, including British Airways, Flybe and Ryanair, offer regular direct flights to Edinburgh from other airports close to London, including Gatwick, Stansted and Heathrow.
How long is the flight from Luton to Edinburgh?
The quickest easyJet flight from Luton to Edinburgh is the 8:20 a.m. weekday departure which takes 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 300 mile route of this internal UK flight, although most scheduled flight times on this route are 5 minutes longer.
How many flights are there from Luton to Edinburgh?
The easyJet timetable offers 4 direct flights from Luton to Edinburgh on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, 3 flights on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays, and 1 flight on Saturdays. Scheduled departure times include early morning, afternoon and early evening flights, with the final service from Luton arriving in Edinburgh at around 8:30 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Luton to Edinburgh?
Departure airport: Luton Airport is less than two miles out of town, with a shuttle bus link from the arrivals terminal to Luton Airport Parkway train station, which has regular rail services to central London. National Express offers a direct service from Luton Airport to London Victoria, running every half an hour. Passenger facilities include long and mid-term parking and free Wifi, with a choice of restaurants, shops and cafes before and after security.
Arrival airport Edinburgh Airport is located around 7 miles west of the city centre, with public transport links provided by regular tram and bus services, taking around 20-30 minutes for the trip into town. In addition to long and short stay car parking, the airport offers free Wifi in the terminal, with a broad choice of restaurants, pubs, shopping outlets and souvenir stores.
FAQs: Luton to Edinburgh flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to Edinburgh generally leave from London Luton Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
London Luton Airport is 4.5 km away from Luton city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Edinburgh
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
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