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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh from $79

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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — EDI
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from London Heathrow to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$137

One-way from

$80

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$198
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 24/2-26/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • London to Edinburgh
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 3/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • London to Edinburgh
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High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Wed 6/819:05LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 27/820:20EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/1$108
Tue 11/220:45LHR - EDI
1 stop11h 05mAer Lingus
Wed 12/212:00EDI - LHR
1 stop7h 50mAer Lingus
Deal found 16/1$328
Sat 22/208:50LHR - EDI
1 stop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/220:10EDI - LHR
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$335
Thu 13/217:50LHR - EDI
1 stop5h 20mKLM
Thu 20/205:45EDI - LHR
1 stop5h 00mKLM
Deal found 16/1$385

Find flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Mon 24/2

13:45-15:15

Nonstop1h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/2

16:10-17:40

Nonstop1h 30m

$137

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Tue 11/2

20:45-07:50

1 stop11h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/2

12:00-19:50

1 stop7h 50m

$328

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Sat 22/2

08:50-13:15

1 stop4h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 22/2

20:10-09:05

1 stop12h 55m

$335

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Thu 13/2

17:50-23:10

1 stop5h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/2

05:45-10:45

1 stop5h 00m

$385

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Mon 21/4

06:15-07:40

Nonstop1h 25m

$79

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Fri 27/6

19:20-06:40

1 stop11h 20m

$182

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Sat 8/3

11:05-11:30

1 stop24h 25m

$253

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Thu 17/4

14:20-19:50

1 stop5h 30m

$303

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Thu 6/2

09:55-17:50

1 stop7h 55m

$309

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Fri 27/6

06:15-21:15

1 stop15h 00m

$335

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Edinburgh

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Travel insights for flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is 55 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh (average of $1,371). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,933). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 82% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Edinburgh. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from LHR to EDI are scheduled on a Friday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

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

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).

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 17 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Edinburgh, such as KLM and British Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,285 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
349 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh from London Heathrow, you will be flying to Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 11.0 km from the centre of Edinburgh. There are 25 flights from London Heathrow to Turnhouse per day from 1 airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways ($137), Aer Lingus ($328), and KLM ($385) offers the cheapest pricing from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh. British Airways is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh one-way?

    $80 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from British Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Brussels Airlines and Aer Lingus, with prices starting from $253 and $303, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

    Consider Qantas Airways (76%), Qatar Airways (73%) or British Airways (72%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $77. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Edinburgh Turnhouse) can be booked for $132 on average our data indicates $201 when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh (average of $1,371). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,933). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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