141 € Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh

Compare Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Edinburgh

Book the best Edinburgh fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 175 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh

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

Direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh

Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Frankfurt to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found141 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 57 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week85

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh is 141 €. 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 57 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh.
Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines and Singapore Airlines fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh.
As of July 2026, there are 85 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Friday, 18 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 57 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, Aer Lingus and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 2 hours.

  • Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Edinburgh one hour behind Frankfurt.

  • Flights from FRA to EDI start from 10:50 — the first with Lufthansa. The last service of the day is at 22:20 with Lufthansa. Overall, there are 19 weekly Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.

  • Your FRA to EDI flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at 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 queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Lufthansa is your gateway to exploring Edinburgh (and maybe even some other great parts of the United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.

  • Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that offers FRA to EDI flights, with 79.77% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between FRA and EDI:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Birmingham Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Right now, 86 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 141 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from FRA to EDI by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from FRA to EDI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

  • Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.

  • Frankfurt am Main Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to FRA? If you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays 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 arriving on a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:

  • Pick up a Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance of your trip.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).

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

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Edinburgh is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. Around 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are highlights.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.