Flights from London (LHR) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Cheapest Flights from London (LHR) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Best Day to Book Flight from London (LHR) to Edinburgh (EDI)

London to Edinburgh Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from London (LHR) to Edinburgh (EDI)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest London to Edinburgh flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top LHR to EDI routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Heathrow
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
LHR
Traveling To
Edinburgh
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
EDI
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
NZ$616

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from London Heathrow to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
With a typical flight time of just 1 hour and 26 minutes from Hounslow to Edinburgh, you'll just have time for a look at the paper and a cuppa tea before hitting the tarmac.
What airlines fly direct from Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport?
If you're itching to get your holiday underway pronto, hop on board with British Airways. The airline has direct flights from London Heathrow to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). No stopovers? No worries.
How many flights are there from Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport?
Tighten your seat belt, because your plane to Edinburgh is ready for departure. No fewer than 9 flights operate each day between London Heathrow and EDI.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here's an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It's good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif's 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Edinburgh SC,
United Kingdom
IATA code:
EDI
Longitude:
-3.364177
Latitude:
55.948143
Time zone:
Europe/London
Address:
London EN,
United Kingdom
IATA code:
LHR
Longitude:
-0.453566
Latitude:
51.469603
Time zone:
Europe/London

London to Edinburgh Flight Deals from NZ$616

Considering a quick trip to Edinburgh, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from LHR to EDI. With heaps of cheap fares from London, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Edinburgh from London  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Edinburgh from London from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Edinburgh in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Edinburgh from London 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at NZ$616 and rising to NZ$872 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from London to Edinburgh today!  

Find cheap airfares to Edinburgh from London 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near London and Edinburgh
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in November)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from London to Edinburgh

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road, Newbridge, Scotland
The price is NZ$185 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$185
per night
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,076 reviews)
"Stayed on ground floor, excellent room, comfortable bed, walk to departures was easy and not too far. Very happy"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport

Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport

3.5 out of 5
Almond Avenue, Ingliston, Newbridge, Scotland
The price is NZ$227 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$227
per night
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,282 reviews)
"Bar and restaurant onsite were good. Proximity to airport was great."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$178 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$178
per night
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (549 reviews)
"Excellent staff team, service excellent, let down by very uncomfortable mattresses and no extractor in bathroom turning it in to a steam room!!"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.