Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Edinburgh.
Each week, there are 410 Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you want to get going early, pick the 05:55 British Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 21:15 with British Airways.
Your EDI to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
British Airways has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for EDI to LHR flights is British Airways.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and LHR:
Dublin Airport
Jersey Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
66 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Return flights start from 100 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from EDI to LHR by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from EDI to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights taking off from Edinburgh Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near EDI:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a late Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EDI to LHR sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bristol is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.