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Overview: Stansted to Edinburgh flight
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Flights from Stansted to Edinburgh depart on average 35 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £25 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 505 km distance in 1h 15m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 505 km |
Average flight duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Flights per day 35 |
Direct flights 24 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel August |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Stansted to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Stansted to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted to Edinburgh will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 flights that leave Stansted 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 505 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Stansted to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 505 km
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| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Edinburgh flights for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:30 Stansted | 1h15 | 21:45 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 17 December | |||||
| 07:30 Stansted | 1h15 | 08:45 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Stansted to Edinburgh flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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 Stansted to Edinburgh generally leave from London Stansted Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
London Stansted Airport is 3 km away from Stansted city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stansted 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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