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Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London

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

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Alternative Edinburgh to London routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to London? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Edinburgh to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found35 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 27 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week637

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to London is 35 €. 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.
1 hour and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to London.
British Airways, easyJet and Qatar Airways fly direct from Edinburgh to London.
As of September 2025, there are 1,330 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London is usually October.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Stansted – which is 48.6 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from 35 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to London on Wednesday, 8 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 27 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 London 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to London.

  • London's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Edinburgh (the location of Edinburgh Airport).

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route, with 76 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from EDI to LHR is with British Airways at 21:20. Choose the first departure operated by British Airways at 05:50 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • For a relaxed start to your EDI to London flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can fly directly to London departing from EDI. Here are some airports you can reach on a nonstop connection when searching for your Edinburgh Airport to London ticket:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

    • Stansted Airport (STN)

    • London Luton Airport (LTN)

    • London City Airport (LCY)

  • You'll find a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to London, such as:

  • EDI is around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Searching for a hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to London, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% touch down on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London

  • 17 € is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to London flight. Return plane tickets start from 35 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from EDI to London, book your journey five months before your departure.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Edinburgh Airport to London tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from EDI to London.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to London.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour.

  • Book a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to London. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from EDI to London can help you lock in the best possible rate.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Central London is located around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to London has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.

  • Following your EDI to London flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near LGW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Edinburgh Airport to London has touched down. Central London is about 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Find a hotel close to STN and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late EDI to London flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options put comfort right within reach:

  • Begin your trip without stressing about how to reach your next stop with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.

  • If you're looking for a specific model or make, book your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Edinburgh Airport to London. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, along with a better price.

Best time to go to London

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Edinburgh Airport to London. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to London in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before booking an Edinburgh Airport to London plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about London

  • Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to London, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should be on every London itinerary.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

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