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Lowest fare£139British Airways
Fastest1h 15mgate to gate
Options found58flights on this route
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British Airways
British Airways
BA-1440
07:05
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
1H :25 M
Non Stop
08:30
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1464
20:30
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
1H :20 M
Non Stop
21:50
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1466
21:50
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
1H :15 M
Non Stop
23:05
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1460
18:20
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
1H :25 M
Non Stop
19:45
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1390
07:30
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
6H :05 M
1 Stop
BHD · 3h 50m Belfast (BHD), United Kingdom
13:35
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1390
07:30
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
11H :55 M
1 Stop
BHD · 9h 40m Belfast (BHD), United Kingdom
19:25
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1402
16:45
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
15H :10 M
1 Stop
BHD · 12h 50m Belfast (BHD), United Kingdom
07:55
2026-10-04
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1402
16:45
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
20H :50 M
1 Stop
BHD · 18h 30m Belfast (BHD), United Kingdom
13:35
2026-10-04
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
ACCESRAIL
ACCESRAIL
9B-6669
15:30
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
6H :05 M
Non Stop
21:35
2026-10-03
ZXE (ZXE)ZXE
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1442
08:55
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
1H :25 M
Non Stop
10:20
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1436
16:05
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
1H :30 M
Non Stop
17:35
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1410
19:20
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
12H :35 M
1 Stop
BHD · 10h 25m Belfast (BHD), United Kingdom
07:55
2026-10-04
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1410
19:20
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
18H :15 M
1 Stop
BHD · 16h 05m Belfast (BHD), United Kingdom
13:35
2026-10-04
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
ACCESRAIL
ACCESRAIL
9B-812
08:20
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
7H :10 M
1 Stop
EXT · 1h 35m Exeter (EXT), United Kingdom
15:30
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
Klm Royal Dutch
Klm Royal Dutch
KL-1000
06:30
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
15H :40 M
1 Stop
AMS · 12h 50m Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands
22:10
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
Klm Royal Dutch
Klm Royal Dutch
KL-1002
08:40
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
13H :30 M
1 Stop
AMS · 10h 40m Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands
22:10
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
Klm Royal Dutch
Klm Royal Dutch
KL-1002
08:40
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
23H :50 M
1 Stop
AMS · 21h 05m Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands
08:30
2026-10-04
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
Klm Royal Dutch
Klm Royal Dutch
KL-1006
11:45
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
10H :25 M
1 Stop
AMS · 7h 35m Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands
22:10
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
Klm Royal Dutch
Klm Royal Dutch
KL-1006
11:45
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
20H :45 M
1 Stop
AMS · 18h 00m Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands
08:30
2026-10-04
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
Klm Royal Dutch
Klm Royal Dutch
KL-1006
11:45
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
22H :30 M
1 Stop
AMS · 19h 35m Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands
10:15
2026-10-04
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
British Airways
British Airways
BA-1410
19:20
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
21H :00 M
1 Stop
BHD · 18h 50m Belfast (BHD), United Kingdom
16:20
2026-10-04
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
ACCESRAIL
ACCESRAIL
9B-96
01:10
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
15H :30 M
1 Stop
SOU · 11h 55m Southampton (SOU), United Kingdom
16:40
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse

Recommended hotels in Edinburgh

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Safestay Edinburgh Royal Mile
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ACCESRAIL
ACCESRAIL
9B-205
09:30
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
7H :10 M
1 Stop
SOU · 3h 35m Southampton (SOU), United Kingdom
16:40
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
ACCESRAIL
ACCESRAIL
9B-234
11:00
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
5H :40 M
1 Stop
SOU · 2h 05m Southampton (SOU), United Kingdom
16:40
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
ACCESRAIL
ACCESRAIL
9B-268
12:00
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
4H :40 M
1 Stop
SOU · 1h 05m Southampton (SOU), United Kingdom
16:40
2026-10-03
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
ACCESRAIL
ACCESRAIL
9B-802
19:35
2026-10-03
London (LHR)United KingdomHeathrow
20H :40 M
1 Stop
EXT · 15h 30m Exeter (EXT), United Kingdom
16:15
2026-10-04
Edinburgh (EDI)United KingdomTurnhouse
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Today's Airfare Highlights

Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.

Lowest fare £139 British Airways 07:05
Earliest departure £214 ACCESRAIL 01:10
Shortest duration £139 British Airways 21:50
Night 00:00-05:59 £214 ACCESRAIL at 01:10
Morning 06:00-11:59 £139 British Airways at 07:05
Afternoon 12:00-17:59 £173 British Airways at 16:45
Evening 18:00-23:59 £139 British Airways at 20:30

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

London (LHR)

Heathrow

United Kingdom

GMT 0

Latitude: 51.4706

Longitude: -0.461941

Edinburgh (EDI)

Turnhouse

United Kingdom

GMT 0

Latitude: 55.95000076293945

Longitude: -3.372499942779541

Distance: London (LHR), United Kingdom to Edinburgh (EDI), United Kingdom - 533.53 km
Flights shown for 03 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Route forecast

Weather in London and Edinburgh

Live forecast for both cities, 14 Sep to 17 Sep.

Departure city

London

Thu, 17 Sep
21°CRain expectedLow 16°
97% humidity 4 km/h wind 1.8 mm rain
  • Mon21° / 13°
  • Tue20° / 16°
  • Wed20° / 15°
Arrival city

Edinburgh

Thu, 17 Sep
16°CCloudyLow 13°
89% humidity 18 km/h wind 0.2 mm rain
  • Mon18° / 15°
  • Tue14° / 9°
  • Wed14° / 6°

Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.

Smart travel dates

Holidays and peak dates for Edinburgh

Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier — or shifting a day or two — often costs less.

Busiest periods: Summer holidays (01 Jul – 31 Aug), Christmas and New Year (20 Dec – 02 Jan).

Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here — check the exact date for your travel year.

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How to travel London to Edinburgh

Every option we can actually book for you, compared on price and journey time.

OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Non-stop flight Fastest₹17,9751h 15m9 flights today
Connecting flight₹22,021Longer — includes a stop49 options

Air distance is about 534 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 4 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from London to Edinburgh

Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.

British Airways Flights

from £13921 flights
Fares from
£139
Non-stop
8 in these results
Departures
21 — compare timings in the list above

Klm Royal Dutch Flights

from £20820 flights
Fares from
£208
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
20 — compare timings in the list above

ACCESRAIL Flights

from £19216 flights
Fares from
£192
Non-stop
1 in these results
Departures
16 — compare timings in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration1h 15m · British Airways
First departure of the day01:10 · ACCESRAIL
Last departure of the day23:15 · ACCESRAIL
Options in this snapshot58
Direct / non-stop options9
Airport codesLondon–LHR, Edinburgh–EDI

Fares and timings are indicative — the exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.

Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

Around 58 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 9 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 01:10 and the last around 23:15. The fastest flight takes about 1h 15m.

Morning vs Evening Departure Fares

Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from £139, Evening from £139, Afternoon from £173, Night from £214. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.

Cheapest Airfare & Best Time to Book

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One-Way vs Round-Trip Fare Comparison

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Destination & City Travel Guide

About London

The historical city of London was built from the ground up by the Romans, going on to become a cultural, financial, and entertainment hub over the years. In the present day, London is regarded as one of the world’s cultural capitals. There is a list of things to love about London, including some of the world’s most interesting architecture, fashion, and nightlife. London is a true cosmopolitan city. The city and its population are well renowned for their resilience, for withstanding plagues, fires, and wars. The spirit of the city’s inhabitants has remained strong, making it a rich, historical site and a visit to the city is a cultural experience. The city had been given a lot of names before being called London; the Anglo-Saxon names include Londonium, Ludenwic, and Ludenburg. It has been ranked as the sixth most expensive city in the world to live in; most people come here to explore the city through their travels, and vicariously live off in the city’s energetic bustle.

Read more about London

 

How to reach London

 

By Air – The main airport in London is the Heathrow Airport. National carriers and other airlines operate flights to London from major international cities. The following airlines operate direct flights to London: American Airlines, Air France, Air Canada, Etihad Airways, British Midland International Airways, China Southern Airlines, Air China, and Jet Airways. There are six international airports in London.

 

By Train The British Rail Network connects London to other cities in the country. The city also has linkages by train to other cities in Europe, such as Paris, Brussels, Berlin, and Amsterdam. The Eurostar Service connects London to Paris and Brussels, its terminus and operational point being the St. Pancras International Station, the exteriors of which was portrayed as the station in the Harry Potter series where Harry and his schoolmates board the train to Hogwarts.

 

By Road – One can drive to London by crossing international borders from anywhere in Europe. The English Channel can be crossed via the Euro Tunnel, which connects France to the UK with an underwater train link. Even cars and buses can get on board the train. It takes 35 minutes to go across the channel. Internally, all cities in the UK are well connected to London through a series of highways. The roads make up for beautiful, picturesque views of the English countryside.

 

What to do in London

 

London is a city that is rich in culture, history, and heritage. According to statistics, about 16 million people visited London in 2014, making it the most-visited city in the world.

London has something to offer to everyone. There is easy connectivity to other cities in Europe as well as within the UK. The Euro Tunnel is one of its kinds, and should be a must-do on your list of places to visit. If you’re a budget traveller, you may also go about London by means of the efficient train system in the city, the Underground. Here are the top things, among many, to see in London:

Hyde Park

Westminster

Camden

London Eye

SoHo

Shoreditch: Trapeze Bar

Hampstead Heath

BFI (The British Film Institute)

Thames (on a Cruise)

Baker Street

Brixton Academy

The O2

Brick Lane, London Street art

Chinatown

Electric Avenue

Piccadilly Circus

Oxford Street

Leicester Square

The National Gallery on Trafalgar square

Harrods

Platform 9 ¾, King’s Cross, London

Natural History Museum, London

Bond Street

The Buckingham Palace

The Waterloo Bridge

 

Major Airports in and near London

 

There are six main airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Southend, and London Stansted. Among these, Heathrow, Gatwick, and Stansted are the busier ones, with more than 100 airlines from the Heathrow Airport alone, operating flight to London and from the city. London houses a few of the world’s busiest airports and hence has air-rail links to them by means of express trains, the Heathrow Express, Stansted Express, and Gatwick Express. All international flights to London land here.

FlyX offers a wide range of flights to London, over 900 flights to London on a daily basis from all over the world. From India, flights operate from cities like Udaipur, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi. One can easily use the FlyX website to book a flight to London or from London, with the major airport being a hub to domestic and international airlines. FlyX flights to London can be availed at highly discounted rates during festivals and off seasons.

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Compare the available London to Edinburgh options by total price, stops, baggage and fare conditions. Search your dates for current availability, then review traveller details and the final price before paying.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking London to Edinburgh flights in advance?

There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for London to Edinburgh, Saturday shows the lowest fare at £139. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.

How far is London from Edinburgh by air?

The direct air distance between London (LHR) and Edinburgh (EDI) is about 534 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.

Are there non-stop flights from LHR to EDI?

Yes. 9 non-stop flights are showing on London to Edinburgh for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.

Which airlines fly London to Edinburgh?

British Airways, Klm Royal Dutch and ACCESRAIL are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.

How long is the flight from London to Edinburgh?

The quickest non-stop London to Edinburgh flight currently loaded takes about 1h 15m. Across the non-stop options showing, block time ranges from 1h 15m to 6h 5m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.

What is the baggage allowance on London to Edinburgh flights?

Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces, 15 KG and 2 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.

What is the cheapest London to Edinburgh flight fare?

The lowest fare showing on London to Edinburgh for the dates currently loaded is £139. Fares on the same dates run up to £788, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.

What time do London to Edinburgh flights depart?

For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 01:10 and the last is around 23:15, local time at London. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.

Why does the price change after clicking Book Now?

Airline seat inventory and fares change continuously. Selecting Book Now runs a live fare verification with the airline so the price you approve is the price you pay - if it has moved, you see the new figure before any payment.

Before you book this route

Check the airport codes LHR–EDI, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.

Where these fares come from

The fares, durations, stops and baggage shown here come from real airline search results for this route. They are examples for the dates on this page, not a full timetable and not a locked price — run a search to see what is available for your own dates.

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United Kingdom travel guide for Indian travellers

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What to Expect When Booking Your Flight

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Approx route distance: 533.53 km.

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Lowest London to Edinburgh airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest Fare Fare Date Airline Departure
Lowest Airfare Today £139 03/10/2026 British Airways 07:05
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days £137 12/10/2026 British Airways 07:05
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days £132 11/12/2026 British Airways 07:05

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London to Edinburgh Flight Distance, Duration and Time

The aerial distance between London and Edinburgh is approximately 534 KM. The flight duration ranges from 1H :15 M up to 25H :25 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.

London to Edinburgh Flight Schedule and Timing

Around 58 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from London at 01:10, while the last night flight leaves at 23:15. Flights depart from Heathrow and land at Turnhouse.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight Details Information
Route London to Edinburgh
Aerial Distance 534 KM
Flight Duration 1H :15 M - 25H :25 M
Airport Codes London - LHR, Edinburgh - EDI
Total Flights Available 58 flights (9 direct)
First Flight Departure Departs at 01:10
Last Flight Departure Departs at 23:15
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) 7 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) 14 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) 9 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) 15 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) 13 direct/indirect flights

Airport Information & Terminals

LHR: London airport system. London can mean Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton or City depending on the fare card. Airport choice matters more than the headline price. Match the airport with your hotel area, rail link, baggage and arrival hour before paying.

EDI: Edinburgh airport. Airport access in Edinburgh depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.