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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to London from $72

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LON
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London are usually found in January or March, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to London (LON). 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

$130

One-way from

$72

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$82
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 24/2-27/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to London
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to London
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Mon 24/214:05EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 30mBritish Airways
Thu 27/207:45LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/1$130
Thu 27/207:50EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/219:35LHR - EDI
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$320
Wed 19/217:05EDI - LHR
1 stop3h 45mKLM
Wed 26/211:45LHR - EDI
1 stop4h 25mKLM
Deal found 16/1$388
Mon 24/211:25EDI - LHR
1 stop26h 20mAir France
Thu 27/208:55LHR - EDI
2 stops11h 55mAir France
Deal found 17/1$764
Mon 12/509:35EDI - LHR
2 stops8h 10mLoganair
Mon 26/509:45LHR - EDI
2 stops7h 10mLoganair
Deal found 16/1$1,847
Thu 21/809:00EDI - LHR
1 stop21h 35mLufthansa
Thu 28/807:25LHR - EDI
1 stop9h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1$5,362

Find flights from Edinburgh to London within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to London 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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EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 15/2

06:40-08:20

Nonstop1h 40m

London Heathrow

Sun 16/2

06:55-08:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$224

EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/2

20:10-08:05

1 stop11h 55m

London Heathrow

Fri 28/2

16:20-20:35

1 stop4h 15m

$307

EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 19/2

17:05-20:50

1 stop3h 45m

London Heathrow

Wed 26/2

11:45-16:10

1 stop4h 25m

$388

EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/2

11:25-13:45

1 stop26h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 27/2

08:55-20:50

2 stops11h 55m

$764

EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/5

09:35-17:45

2 stops8h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 26/5

09:45-16:55

2 stops7h 10m

$1,847

EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/2

05:45-18:30

2 stops12h 45m

London Heathrow

Thu 27/2

17:00-08:40

2 stops15h 40m

$6,431

EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/3

15:50-21:20

1 stop5h 30m

London Heathrow

Sun 16/3

07:10-11:30

1 stop4h 20m

$7,816

EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 10/5

18:45-16:35

2 stops21h 50m

London Heathrow

Sun 25/5

14:25-08:45

2 stops18h 20m

$9,715

EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/2

12:40-21:40

2 stops9h 00m

London Heathrow

Fri 14/2

06:00-17:10

2 stops11h 10m

$10,450

EdinburghLondon

EDI - LHR

EDILHR

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/4

21:15-22:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$72

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to London

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to London

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to London is 64 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 Edinburgh to London?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to London (average of $1,037). Flying from Edinburgh to London in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,667). 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 EDI to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to London. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Edinburgh to London is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 42% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to London

Explore weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to London. 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 EDI to LON are scheduled on a Thursday (91 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 London by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in London by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London, 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 17.0 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 London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Edinburgh to London, see what other customers have to say about British Airways, KLM and Austrian Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Good
1,339 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

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.

7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

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.

7.6
Good
1,114 reviews
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

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.

7.6
Good
1,285 reviews
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

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.

7.6
Good
786 reviews
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

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.

7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

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 Edinburgh to London. 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 from for flights from Edinburgh to London?

    Located just 11.0 km from the city centre, Edinburgh Turnhouse is the airport most travellers will use when flying to London from Edinburgh. Booking flights from Turnhouse (EDI) to London should be relatively easy as there are 31 daily outbound flights to London from 2 different airlines.

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

    British Airways, at $130, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to London.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include KLM and Air France.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from Finnair and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from Edinburgh to London for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Edinburgh to London consider choosing Japan Airlines(72%), Qantas Airways(66%) or Qatar Airways(64%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to London?

    While on average a flight from Edinburgh to London is generally $892, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $61. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - London Heathrow), you can expect to pay $132 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to London 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 Edinburgh to London?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to London (average of $1,037). Flying from Edinburgh to London in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,667). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Edinburgh to London

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easyJetCheapest$114Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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British AirwaysCheapest$137Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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