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.
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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.