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Cheap flights to Edinburgh from £155

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — EDI
28 Apr — 5 May1
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Flights to Edinburgh in 2024

Find the latest flights to Edinburgh in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data was last updated on 23 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£53

Return from

£19

One-way from

£19
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From London to Edinburgh Turnhouse
One-way flight from London to Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI)

Cheap flights to Edinburgh in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Edinburgh in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data was last updated on 23 April 2024.
The lowest-priced flights departing to Edinburgh in April and May 2024 can be found below. Deals update frequently so be sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for.
Sun 28/419:15BOS - EDI
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/506:00EDI - BOS
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£336
Sun 28/419:15BOS - EDI
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/506:00EDI - BOS
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£338
Fri 3/519:15BOS - EDI
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/507:30EDI - BOS
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£371
Sun 28/419:15BOS - EDI
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/519:10EDI - BOS
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£374
Tue 30/419:15BOS - EDI
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/507:30EDI - BOS
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£376
Tue 30/419:15BOS - EDI
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/507:30EDI - BOS
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£376
Sun 28/419:15BOS - EDI
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/519:10EDI - BOS
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£382
Fri 3/519:15BOS - EDI
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/507:30EDI - BOS
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£394
Sun 5/501:30JFK - EDI
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/521:10EDI - JFK
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£398

Edinburgh 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Edinburgh in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data were last updated on 23 April 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to Edinburgh in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sun 22/918:50IAD - EDI
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/906:30EDI - IAD
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£329
Sun 15/918:50BWI - EDI
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/906:30EDI - BWI
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£334
Sun 15/918:50IAD - EDI
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/906:30EDI - IAD
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£336
Sun 5/501:30JFK - EDI
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/521:10EDI - JFK
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£398
Mon 6/518:20JFK - EDI
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/521:10EDI - JFK
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£406
Sun 5/501:30JFK - EDI
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/509:45EDI - JFK
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£410
Wed 9/1018:20JFK - EDI
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 16/1009:45EDI - JFK
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£412
Fri 30/818:50IAD - EDI
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/907:30EDI - IAD
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£417
Fri 23/818:50BWI - EDI
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/906:35EDI - BWI
2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£428

Flights to Edinburgh departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Edinburgh, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data was last updated on 23 April 2024.
Browse through available last-minute flights travelling to Edinburgh. Double check the price, date, and time of your last-minute flight.
Mon 29/418:50EWR - EDI
2 stops12h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 6/513:10EDI - EWR
2 stops29h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 22/4£432
Mon 29/417:15EWR - EDI
1 stop14h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 10/520:00EDI - EWR
1 stop22h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 22/4£466
Fri 3/518:20JFK - EDI
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/509:40EDI - JFK
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£466
Sun 28/400:30JFK - EDI
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/514:05EDI - JFK
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£473
Sun 28/400:30JFK - EDI
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/513:55EDI - JFK
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£476
Mon 29/417:15EWR - EDI
1 stop14h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 6/513:10EDI - EWR
2 stops29h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 22/4£479
Mon 29/417:15EWR - EDI
1 stop14h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 10/520:00EDI - EWR
1 stop22h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 23/4£490
Wed 1/518:20JFK - EDI
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/509:45EDI - JFK
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£490
Mon 29/418:50EWR - EDI
2 stops12h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 7/513:10EDI - EWR
2 stops30h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 22/4£497

One-way flights to Edinburgh

Explore one-way flight options to Edinburgh for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,330 searches and data was last updated on 23 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available flights travelling to Edinburgh at this time. Those seeking round-trip flights to Edinburgh should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Tue 24/901:30JFK - EDI
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£155
Tue 20/818:50BWI - EDI
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£180
Sat 14/901:30JFK - EDI
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£181
Tue 13/818:50BWI - EDI
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£182
Fri 23/819:15BOS - EDI
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£185
Sat 14/901:30JFK - EDI
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£189
Sat 4/501:30JFK - EDI
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£198
Sun 28/419:15BOS - EDI
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£200
Fri 6/919:15BOS - EDI
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£204

Direct flights to Edinburgh

Mon 23/921:13JFK - EDI
Nonstop7h 17mJetBlue
Sun 29/912:30EDI - JFK
Nonstop7h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 22/4£482
Wed 25/921:13JFK - EDI
Nonstop7h 17mJetBlue
Mon 30/912:30EDI - JFK
Nonstop7h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 23/4£495
Sun 22/921:13JFK - EDI
Nonstop7h 17mJetBlue
Sun 29/912:30EDI - JFK
Nonstop7h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 22/4£495
Sun 6/1022:15JFK - EDI
Nonstop6h 50mKLM
Thu 17/1013:35EDI - JFK
Nonstop7h 50mKLM
Deal found 22/4£518
Mon 14/1022:25IAD - EDI
Nonstop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 25/1012:30EDI - IAD
Nonstop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/4£534
Mon 19/823:55EWR - EDI
Nonstop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 30/813:50EDI - EWR
Nonstop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£541
Wed 21/823:55EWR - EDI
Nonstop6h 45mLufthansa
Wed 28/809:40EDI - EWR
Nonstop7h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 22/4£542
Sun 25/822:10JFK - EDI
Nonstop6h 55mDelta
Tue 3/913:35EDI - JFK
Nonstop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 22/4£542
Tue 8/1020:15EWR - EDI
Nonstop6h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 17/1009:40EDI - EWR
Nonstop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£550

Average price of flights to Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Edinburgh is currently £186 while a return flight costs £480. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying to Edinburgh in August will prove the most costly (average of £111). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£63

February

£73

March

£67

April

£71

May

£71

June

£73

July

£83

August

£90

September

£72

October

£72

November

£71

December

£89

Peak Season:

There are two main events that take place in Edinburgh, the Hogmanay celebration which sees in the New Year and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, which is the world’s largest arts festival. This takes place in August. You’ll struggle to find the cheapest flights for these events, but if you plan ahead and book as much in advance as you can you can steal a bargain. August also sees the Edinburgh International Festival, a four week event of dance, music and theatre. On top of that, also in August, is the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. It’s a fantastic event with close to a thousand dancers, musicians, drummers and pipers from all over the world. Make sure to book your flights to Edinburgh well in advance if you wish to attend any of these festivities.

Off Season:

There isn’t really an off season, but for the best chances of finding cheap flights to Edinburgh avoid booking late for August and Christmas time. You can find the cheapest flights to Edinburgh from September to December, excluding Christmas time. Flights to Edinburgh can vary from as little as £30 to as much as £500, so make sure to get your flight tickets sorted well before any events and busy periods.

Temperature and rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

EDI

Temperature

4 - 15 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

If you plan well you can save a few pounds and find cheap flights to Edinburgh. Ideally it’s best to get your flight tickets booked as soon as possible, especially if you want to visit the Fringe or New Year’s celebrations. Being flexible and not having your heart set on one particular week will make it easier for you to find cheap flights to Edinburgh, but as a general rule try to book at least a minimum of 2-3 weeks before you fly, but aim to book much more in advance if you can to save the most on tour flight tickets.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Edinburgh should consider flying on Wednesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 23 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh, such as Ryanair, easyJet and British Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
1,632 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.9
Good
1,632 reviews
7.9
Good
1,632 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.4
Good
1,435 reviews
7.9
Good
1,632 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.2
Good
1,351 reviews
7.9
Good
1,632 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.1
Good
1,504 reviews
7.9
Good
1,632 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

6.9
Okay
2,812 reviews
7.9
Good
1,632 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

  • How long is the flight to Edinburgh?

    Flights from London (All airports) to Edinburgh – 1 hour 20 minutes Flights from Manchester to Edinburgh – 1 hour 05 minutes Flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh – 1 hour 15 minutes Flights from Bristol to Edinburgh – 1 hour 10 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to Edinburgh?

    The cheapest flights to Edinburgh are normally operated by Air France, Finnair, Flybe or KLM. As Edinburgh is a relatively popular destination for short breaks and vacations, there are normally competitive prices and cheap flights to Edinburgh throughout the year.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    The airport is roughly 12km from the city centre and there are a few different transport options to get you there. You can get the Airlink 100 express and N22 night buses to Waverley Bridge. Normally it takes around 25 minutes. Lothian Bus No 35 also covers the route but does stop off at different places on the way and continues on to Leith. You could also hire a car or take a taxi from the airport. Trams are also an option that are frequent and normally very reliable. You can change at Edinburgh Park and Haymarket stations if you need to continue on somewhere else.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Edinburgh?

    A great place to visit in Edinburgh is the Scott Monument, a huge black, Victorian, gothic monument. It was made to honour Sir Walter Scott and you can pay to go to the top and see the spectacular views of the city. If your visit coincides with the end of January, you’ll be there for Burns Night. It’s a night of festive celebration and here you can find 6 of the best places to feast on haggis, neeps and tatties. You can’t go to Scotland without tasting all of the scotch on offer, so take a look and discover scotch in Edinburgh.Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the busiest airport in Scotland, located 9km (almost 6 miles) west of the city centre. With trains and buses going into town at all hours, the airport is a convenient gateway to the UK’s Festival City. If you’re planning on booking a flight to Edinburgh during Fringe season do it as far in advance as possible. The original terminal was built in the 1970s, however it has been upgraded in recent years and a programme of expansion is underway. The arrivals and departure terminals are under one roof, albeit on different floors, so connecting to other flights is fairly hassle-free. However, the security check points are often over capacity at peak times. There are several restaurants, book shops and an art gallery, and the facilities are generally clean and well-maintained. The airport is also well-signed, so you should have no trouble getting around the building.

  • What does EDI mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a EDI flight.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh?

    Most people fly into Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight to Edinburgh. Turnhouse is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Edinburgh’s city center. Turnhouse is the only Edinburgh airport and it handles 39 daily flights from London. 7 airlines have flights from London to Edinburgh Turnhouse on a regular basis.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Edinburgh if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Edinburgh on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Edinburgh?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ryanair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Edinburgh.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Edinburgh. One-way flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport typically cost £13, while return flights cost around £18.

  • How much is a return flight to Edinburgh?

    A return flight to Edinburgh will typically cost around £71, however they can be found for as little as £22.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Edinburgh depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Edinburgh, Belfast offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Yes. Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Carlowrie Castle is the closest property to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (0.0 mi away from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport).

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