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Flight deals from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 89 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Edinburgh.76 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 76 €, select.

Edinburgh.76 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 76 €, select.

Edinburgh.78 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 78 €, select.

Edinburgh.78 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 78 €, select.

Edinburgh.78 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 78 €, select.

Edinburgh.79 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Mar.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 79 €, select.

Edinburgh.79 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar, returning Tue, 23 Mar.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 79 €, select.

Edinburgh.80 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 80 €, select.

Edinburgh.81 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 81 €, select.

Edinburgh.81 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 81 €, select.

Edinburgh.82 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 82 €, select.

Edinburgh.83 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 83 €, select.

Edinburgh.83 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 83 €, select.

Edinburgh.84 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 84 €, select.

Edinburgh.86 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan, returning Tue, 13 Apr.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 86 €, select.

Edinburgh.86 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan, returning Thu, 27 May.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 27 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 86 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

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

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Direct flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

London Gatwick to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

London to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	76 €
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airline	easyJet
Average flights per week	29

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Edinburgh is 76 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Edinburgh.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

easyJet flies direct from London Gatwick to Edinburgh.

How many flights are there a week from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

As of July 2026, there are 29 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Edinburgh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Edinburgh is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Sunday, 1 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh with?

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.
Flights from LGW to EDI start at 06:10 — the earliest with easyJet. The latest departure is at 21:25 with easyJet. Overall, there are 24 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
Your LGW to EDI flight won't wait if you're running 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 flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
EasyJet has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is easyJet.
With a reliable 83.71% of services arriving as planned, easyJet has the best on-time record for LGW to EDI flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LGW and EDI:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Belfast International Airport
- Jersey Airport

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

29 € is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts at 76 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Book three months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LGW to EDI.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LGW to EDI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

82% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from LGW.
London Gatwick Airport is about 48 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near LGW:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and chase adventure across Edinburgh and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week before your travel date.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick 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).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key reasons to visit.