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Cheap flights from Basel to Edinburgh from £40

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EAP — EDI
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Basel to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Basel to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 June 2026.

Mon 9/1111:05
BSL
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EDI
Nonstop2h 20m
easyJet
Fri 13/1114:45
EDI
-
BSL
Nonstop2h 00m
easyJet
Deal found 16/6£75
Mon 9/1111:05
BSL
-
EDI
Nonstop2h 20m
easyJet
Wed 11/1112:20
EDI
-
BSL
Nonstop2h 00m
easyJet
Deal found 16/6£78
Mon 2/1111:05
BSL
-
EDI
Nonstop2h 20m
easyJet
Fri 6/1114:45
EDI
-
BSL
Nonstop2h 00m
easyJet
Deal found 15/6£78
Fri 30/1010:15
BSL
-
EDI
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1114:45
EDI
-
BSL
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£92
Mon 19/1016:25
BSL
-
EDI
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1019:10
EDI
-
BSL
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£94
Tue 25/814:40
BSL
-
EDI
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/806:10
EDI
-
BSL
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6£97
Tue 23/614:40
BSL
-
EDI
Nonstop2h 25m
easyJet
Tue 30/616:35
EDI
-
BSL
Nonstop2h 00m
easyJet
Deal found 16/6£98
Mon 12/1011:25
BSL
-
EDI
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1007:25
EDI
-
BSL
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/6£107
Mon 27/716:05
BSL
-
EDI
1 stop8h 15m
Ryanair
Sat 8/806:15
EDI
-
BSL
1 stop10h 45m
Ryanair
Deal found 13/6£108
Fri 13/1112:40
BSL
-
EDI
Nonstop2h 20m
easyJet
Mon 16/1113:05
EDI
-
BSL
Nonstop2h 00m
easyJet
Deal found 12/6£109
Fri 20/1112:40
BSL
-
EDI
Nonstop2h 20m
easyJet
Sun 22/1119:55
EDI
-
BSL
Nonstop2h 00m
easyJet
Deal found 15/6£111

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Basel (EAP) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£75

One-way from

£40

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£122
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 9/11-13/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Basel to Edinburgh
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  • easyJet
  • 18/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Basel to Edinburgh
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BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 2/11

11:05-12:25

Nonstop2h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/11

14:45-17:45

Nonstop2h 00m

£78

BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 13/11

12:40-14:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/11

13:05-16:05

Nonstop2h 00m

£109

BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 18/8

14:40-16:05

Nonstop2h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 28/8

17:45-20:45

Nonstop2h 00m

£133

BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 4/9

07:50-00:05

1 stop17h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/9

19:10-08:30

1 stop12h 20m

£154

BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 11/8

14:40-16:05

Nonstop2h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 21/8

17:45-20:45

Nonstop2h 00m

£157

BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 2/10

13:40-15:05

Nonstop2h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

09:55-13:00

Nonstop2h 05m

£159

BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 11/9

13:40-15:05

Nonstop2h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

19:10-08:30

1 stop12h 20m

£166

BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 17/7

21:20-22:40

Nonstop2h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 20/7

13:25-16:35

Nonstop2h 10m

£169

BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 12/9

14:25-22:10

1 stop8h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/9

05:45-17:55

1 stop11h 10m

£177

BaselEdinburgh

BSL - EDI

BSLEDI

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Mon 19/10

19:40-22:50

1 stop4h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

07:40-22:50

1 stop14h 10m

£180

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Best time to book a flight from Basel to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Basel to Edinburgh

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Basel to Edinburgh?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Basel to Edinburgh (average of £28). Flying from Basel to Edinburgh in May is currently the most expensive (average of £87). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EAP to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Basel to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 June 2026.

When flying from Basel to Edinburgh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Basel to Edinburgh?

How often are flights from Basel to Edinburgh delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Basel and Edinburgh have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Basel to Edinburgh flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Basel to Edinburgh flights?

Over the past year, easyJet have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Basel to Edinburgh?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Basel to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Basel to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Basel to Edinburgh?

    There are many flights that can get you from Basel to Edinburgh in 2h 20m. Fly via easyJet to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 740 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Basel to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Basel to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Basel to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Basel to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Basel to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Basel to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Basel to Edinburgh?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Basel to Edinburgh (average of £28). Flying from Basel to Edinburgh in May is currently the most expensive (average of £87). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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