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Cheap flights to Edinburgh from $972

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BOS — EDI
19 May — 26 May1
1 adult
Sun 19/5
Sun 26/5

Flights to Edinburgh in 2024

Find the latest flights to Edinburgh in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 525,180 searches and data was last updated on 14 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,229

Return from

$1,740

One-way from

$972
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Edinburgh Turnhouse
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI)

Cheap flights to Edinburgh in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Edinburgh in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 525,180 searches and data was last updated on 14 May 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to Edinburgh in May and June 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Thu 16/514:45SYD - EDI
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/518:45EDI - SYD
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,910
Thu 16/514:45SYD - EDI
2 stops27h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 26/518:20EDI - SYD
1 stop25h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,132
Fri 21/610:05SYD - EDI
2 stops55h 20mChina Southern
Fri 2/813:25EDI - SYD
2 stops45h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 13/5$2,224
Tue 11/612:35SYD - EDI
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/708:30EDI - SYD
3 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$2,250
Tue 11/610:05SYD - EDI
2 stops35h 35mChina Southern
Thu 4/706:00EDI - SYD
2 stops52h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$2,301
Thu 16/511:25SYD - EDI
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/505:55EDI - SYD
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$2,307
Tue 11/611:00SYD - EDI
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/708:30EDI - SYD
3 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$2,442
Tue 11/614:45SYD - EDI
2 stops27h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 4/708:00EDI - SYD
1 stop24h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/5$2,551
Sun 9/614:45SYD - EDI
2 stops27h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 4/808:00EDI - SYD
1 stop24h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/5$2,588

Edinburgh 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Edinburgh in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 525,180 searches and data were last updated on 14 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Edinburgh in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 7/1116:30SYD - EDI
2 stops27h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 11/1107:30EDI - SYD
2 stops36h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/5$1,960
Tue 23/720:30SYD - EDI
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/806:00EDI - SYD
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,979
Tue 23/720:30SYD - EDI
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/806:00EDI - SYD
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,987
Thu 16/514:45SYD - EDI
2 stops27h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 26/518:20EDI - SYD
1 stop25h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,132
Tue 10/914:45SYD - EDI
2 stops27h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 19/916:25EDI - SYD
2 stops27h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,156
Mon 22/720:30SYD - EDI
2 stops44h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 12/806:00EDI - SYD
2 stops42h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/5$2,191
Fri 21/610:05SYD - EDI
2 stops55h 20mChina Southern
Fri 2/813:25EDI - SYD
2 stops45h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 13/5$2,224
Tue 23/714:45SYD - EDI
2 stops26h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 11/821:10EDI - SYD
2 stops47h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,247
Tue 11/612:35SYD - EDI
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/708:30EDI - SYD
3 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$2,250

Flights to Edinburgh departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Edinburgh, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 525,180 searches and data was last updated on 14 May 2024.
Users travelling to Edinburgh last-minute should check out these flights departing soon. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Thu 16/514:45SYD - EDI
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/518:45EDI - SYD
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,910
Thu 16/514:45SYD - EDI
2 stops27h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 26/518:20EDI - SYD
1 stop25h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,132
Thu 16/511:25SYD - EDI
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/505:55EDI - SYD
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$2,307
Thu 16/520:45SYD - EDI
1 stop25h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 26/517:30EDI - SYD
1 stop26h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/5$2,787
Mon 27/511:10SYD - EDI
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/611:20EDI - SYD
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$4,429
Thu 16/510:05SYD - EDI
3 stops33h 50mKLM
Sun 26/517:25EDI - SYD
3 stops28h 05mKLM
Deal found 13/5$5,922
Mon 27/510:25SYD - EDI
2 stops39h 50mFinnair
Mon 10/618:00EDI - SYD
2 stops51h 25mFinnair
Deal found 14/5$6,137
Mon 27/510:25SYD - EDI
2 stops39h 50mFinnair
Thu 27/618:00EDI - SYD
2 stops27h 55mFinnair
Deal found 13/5$6,276
Tue 21/513:05SYD - EDI
2 stops59h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 30/810:40EDI - SYD
2 stops47h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5$8,724

One-way flights to Edinburgh

Explore one-way flight options to Edinburgh for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 525,180 searches and data was last updated on 14 May 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to Edinburgh. Reserve a round-trip flight to Edinburgh instead by utilising the search form above.
Tue 13/821:15SYD - EDI
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$972
Thu 13/620:45SYD - EDI
3 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,087
Mon 15/708:15SYD - EDI
2 stops42h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,093
Mon 16/910:05SYD - EDI
2 stops35h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$1,101
Thu 13/610:05SYD - EDI
2 stops39h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 13/5$1,145
Tue 13/820:35SYD - EDI
2 stops35h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/5$1,355
Mon 16/914:45SYD - EDI
1 stop26h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/5$1,504
Tue 13/820:45SYD - EDI
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/5$1,512
Mon 15/711:00SYD - EDI
3 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,539

Find flights to Edinburgh within your budget

Locate flights to Edinburgh that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 525,180 searches and data was last updated on 14 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$1,740 - $2,737

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sydney Kingsford SmithEdinburgh Turnhouse

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/11

2 stops40h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 24/11

2 stops47h 10m

$1,740

Sydney Kingsford SmithEdinburgh Turnhouse

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/9

2 stops56h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/9

2 stops52h 45m

$1,905

Sydney Kingsford SmithEdinburgh Turnhouse

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/11

2 stops27h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/11

2 stops31h 55m

$1,960

Sydney Kingsford SmithEdinburgh Turnhouse

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/7

2 stops44h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/8

2 stops42h 00m

$2,191

Sydney Kingsford SmithEdinburgh Turnhouse

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/6

2 stops35h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/7

2 stops52h 40m

$2,301

Sydney Kingsford SmithEdinburgh Turnhouse

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/9

1 stop25h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/9

1 stop24h 10m

$2,419

Sydney Kingsford SmithEdinburgh Turnhouse

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/11

3 stops35h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 24/11

2 stops37h 55m

$2,638

Sydney Kingsford SmithEdinburgh Turnhouse

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/7

2 stops57h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 11/8

2 stops39h 45m

$2,653

Sydney Kingsford SmithEdinburgh Turnhouse

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/7

1 stop25h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/8

1 stop41h 25m

$2,737

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Deals found on 14/5

Average price of flights to Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Edinburgh is currently $1,256 while a return flight costs $2,283. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Edinburgh (average of $1,397). Flying to Edinburgh in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,858). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$2,138

February

$2,112

March

$2,139

April

$2,155

May

$2,220

June

$2,543

July

$2,555

August

$2,554

September

$2,557

October

$2,197

November

$2,147

December

$2,809

Temperature and rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

EDI

Temperature

4 - 15 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 47 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Edinburgh should consider flying on Tuesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 14 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh, such as Malaysia Airlines, Lufthansa and KLM. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,471 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.3
Very Good
1,471 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,471 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

7.9
Good
1,569 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,471 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

7.8
Good
652 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,471 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

7.8
Good
1,993 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,471 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

7.7
Good
4,403 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,471 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

  • How long is the flight to Edinburgh?

    You can access flights to Edinburgh, Scotland, from major Australian airports Melbourne International Airport (MEL), Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD). The flights from these cities range from 23-59h. Your flight time is subject to the number of layovers and their length. Melbourne and Sydney offer more frequent flights than Brisbane.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Edinburgh from?

    Unfortunately, direct flights from Australia to Edinburgh are not currently available. All flights from Australian cities to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Edinburgh, have one layover or more, depending on your flight booking. The most frequent route to Edinburgh is from Melbourne with one stop in Doha. Major airlines British Airways, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines offer Edinburgh flight deals from Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney to Edinburgh. Some common layover cities to Edinburgh from Australia are Doha (DOH), Singapore Changi (SIN), Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • How do you get from the Edinburgh airport to the city centre?

    Edinburgh Airport is located 13 km from the city centre. Taxis are outside the main terminal, with a 25min drive to the city costing about A$ 36. Uber is also available. The buses Airlink 100 and the Skylink 300 both depart every 30min and take around 30-50min. An adult single ticket costs around A$ 8 and a child ticket A$ 3-4. Purchase tickets on the bus with a contactless card, with exact change or through the TFE phone app. Buses are along the red line outside arrivals. The tram departs every 15min with roughly a 30min journey. Purchase tickets at tram-stop vending machines. The fares for adults are A$ 11-12 and around A$ 6 for children. The airport tram-stop is in front of the main terminal. You can also hire from the service desks next to the multi-storey car park.

  • What are some things to do in Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is known for its parks, monuments and numerous castles. Climb to the top of an extinct volcano to Arthur's Seat, 251 metres above sea level, for the city's view. Edinburgh is a UNESCO City of Literature; in Princes Street Gardens is Sir Walter Scott's Monument. This monument is the largest in the world dedicated to a writer. Another lookout is Calton Hill, featuring many national monuments. Also atop a volcanic peak is the landmark Edinburgh Castle, a famous icon of Scotland and part of Edinburgh's World Heritage Site. Stroll down the Royal Mile in the medieval streets of the Edinburgh Old Town, where you'll find Holyrood Palace where Mary, Queen of Scots, once lived. Close to this is the Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, featuring optical illusions and an old-fashioned rooftop projector. A short distance away is the Scotch Whisky Experience, a distillery with tours, master classes and a restaurant. Learn about local history at the National Museum of Scotland, or take a Mary King's Close tour to discover the hidden, underground city streets. For movie buffs, you can take a day trip to various iconic Harry Potter filming locations.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Edinburgh?

    Australian citizens entering the United Kingdom do not need a visa. You need a current passport that is valid for at least six months and with at least two blank pages for stamps (exit and entry).

  • What does EDI mean?

    EDI is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A EDI flight refers to a flight to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh?

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh, you will be flying into Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 11.0 km from the centre of Edinburgh.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Edinburgh if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Edinburgh on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Edinburgh?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Edinburgh.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh. One-way flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport typically cost $28, while return flights cost around $80.

  • How much is a return flight to Edinburgh?

    A return flight to Edinburgh will typically cost around $73, however they can be found for as little as $53.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Edinburgh depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Edinburgh, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Yes. Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Carlowrie Castle is the closest property to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (0.0 km away from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport).

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