Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Southampton.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 19 weekly Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your SOU to EDI flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
British Airways offers direct flights from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SOU and EDI include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
Jersey Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Currently, 41 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 91 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from SOU to EDI, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SOU to EDI.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
55.7% of flights that depart Southampton Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Southampton Airport from central Southampton, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SOU? If you've booked an early flight from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to EDI if you have a late Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Edinburgh and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to go to Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SOU to EDI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Glasgow is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without experiencing Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.