Question 1

How many flights are there between London and Edinburgh per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 23 and 42 nonstop flights that take off from London and land in Edinburgh, with an average flight time of 1h 22m. The most common departure time is 08:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 243 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/Edinburgh-Turnhouse-EDI'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

What is the cheapest flight from London to Edinburgh?

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In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Edinburgh was €81 for a one-way ticket and €330 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/Edinburgh-Turnhouse-EDI'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

Which airlines fly most frequently between London and Edinburgh?

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London and Edinburgh are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are British Airways (141 flights per week), easyJet (81 flights per week), and Ryanair (21 flights per week). <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/Edinburgh-Turnhouse-EDI'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What’s the earliest departure time from London to Edinburgh?

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from London at 05:55 and will be landing in Edinburgh at 07:20.

Question 5

What’s the latest departure time from London to Edinburgh?

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If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from London to Edinburgh jets off at 21:55 and lands at 23:10.

Question 6

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Edinburgh flight route.

Question 7

Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Edinburgh, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 8

On which days can I fly direct from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from London to Edinburgh on a daily basis.

Question 9

How do I transfer from Edinburgh Airport to the city centre?

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The easiest and the most budget-friendly way to get into the centre of Edinburgh is to take the tram which run every 7 minutes and the journey to the city centre takes about 30 minutes. There are also plenty of buses that will take you from the airport to Edinburgh and other cities. If you are not a fan of public transportation and plan to travel outside of Edinburgh, consider renting a car from one of the agencies at the Car Rental Centre in the airport.

Question 10

What services does the London City Airport offer?

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If you are flying from the London City Airport you can expect to find numerous restaurants and shops, a shoe shine service, a spa centre and a Mail and Fly service. You can also store your items at the luggage storage or lockers and connect to the free internet.

Question 11

Does the Edinburgh Airport provide facilities for families with kids?

Accepted Answer

Families travelling with kids will find areas for kids and a few baby changing rooms around the Edinburgh Airport. It is also possible to find items like puzzle books or comics for kids. Most eateries at the Edinburgh Airport are equipped with high chairs and meals for kids.

Question 12

Are there any budget airlines that fly from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is a popular route from London and many low-cost airlines fly daily. You can book affordable flights from London to Edinburgh with Ryanair, Flybo and easyJet which usually fly from London Stansted Airport.

Question 13

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from London to Edinburgh is January, where tickets cost €55 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is €86 and €82 respectively.

Question 14

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Edinburgh. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/Edinburgh-Turnhouse-EDI'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 15

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/Edinburgh-Turnhouse-EDI'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 16

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to London with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/Edinburgh-Turnhouse-EDI'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Edinburgh?

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Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/Edinburgh-Turnhouse-EDI'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

Which cabin class options are there for flights between London and Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 19

What is the cheapest London to Edinburgh flight route?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from London to Edinburgh cost €45 and was between London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is €224.

Question 20

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Edinburgh, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 78 days before departure.

Question 21

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of €100, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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What is the cheapest London to Edinburgh flight route?

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from London to Edinburgh cost €45 and was between London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is €224.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month for flights from London to Edinburgh is January, where tickets cost €55 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is €86 and €82 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to Edinburgh?

No, with an average price for the route of €100, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Edinburgh?

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Edinburgh, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 78 days before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between London and Edinburgh?

London and Edinburgh are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are British Airways (141 flights per week), easyJet (81 flights per week), and Ryanair (21 flights per week).

Which cabin class options are there for flights between London and Edinburgh?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between London and Edinburgh per day?

What’s the earliest departure time from London to Edinburgh?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from London at 05:55 and will be landing in Edinburgh at 07:20.

What’s the latest departure time from London to Edinburgh?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from London to Edinburgh jets off at 21:55 and lands at 23:10.

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