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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 144 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Athens International to Edinburgh

Athens International to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Athens International to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Athens to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found117 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Edinburgh is 117 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Edinburgh.
Aegean Airlines and easyJet fly direct from Athens International to Edinburgh.
As of July 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Athens International to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Edinburgh is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Wednesday, 7 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 16 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • Edinburgh is two hours behind Athens and observes the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Flights from ATH to EDI start at 06:30 — the first with Aegean Airlines. The last departure is at 23:50 with easyJet. Overall, there are five weekly Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your ATH to EDI flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if time allows.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Aegean Airlines.

  • Aegean Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for ATH to EDI flights, with 82.14% of its services landing on schedule.

  • If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and EDI:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Munich Airport

    • Vienna Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is 55 €. A return fare is currently 117 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ATH to EDI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ATH to EDI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • When it comes to Athens International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week before your travel date.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Edinburgh in March.

  • The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from Athens International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATH to EDI around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Edinburgh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a visit to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • Birmingham is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

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