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Cheap flights from Portsmouth to Edinburgh from £71

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 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — EDI
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portsmouth to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in March or February, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Portsmouth to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portsmouth to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.

Mon 8/1214:35SOU - EDI
1 stop17h 15measyJet
Wed 10/1219:05EDI - SOU
1 stop18h 30measyJet
Deal found 5/11£150
Thu 11/1214:15SOU - EDI
1 stop7h 15measyJet
Fri 12/1216:45EDI - SOU
1 stop14h 00measyJet
Deal found 5/11£160
Mon 8/1208:30SOU - EDI
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1207:25EDI - SOU
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£173
Tue 18/1112:25SOU - EDI
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1107:25EDI - SOU
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£174
Mon 1/1218:05SOU - EDI
1 stop5h 05mKLM
Thu 4/1220:30EDI - SOU
1 stop11h 35mKLM
Deal found 5/11£175
Mon 17/1116:05SOU - EDI
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1107:25EDI - SOU
1 stop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£176
Mon 24/1119:55SOU - EDI
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1107:45EDI - SOU
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11£179
Mon 17/1116:05SOU - EDI
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1108:40EDI - SOU
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£180
Fri 5/1208:10SOU - EDI
2 stops14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1222:55EDI - SOU
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£182
Wed 19/1112:25SOU - EDI
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1122:55EDI - SOU
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11£185
Mon 8/1212:05SOU - EDI
2 stops10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1206:20EDI - SOU
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11£186
Mon 17/1120:10SOU - EDI
1 stop11h 40mAer Lingus
Tue 18/1112:00EDI - SOU
1 stop7h 40mAer Lingus
Deal found 5/11£187

Cheap flight deals from Portsmouth to Edinburgh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portsmouth to Edinburgh flight deals. Data was last updated 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£150

One-way from

£71

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£256
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 8/12-10/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 45m total
  • Portsmouth to Edinburgh
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18/11
  • 18/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 30m total
  • Portsmouth to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£14 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Portsmouth to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
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SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Mon 5/1

12:05-07:55

2 stops19h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/1

15:45-13:45

2 stops22h 00m

£167

SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Fri 30/1

19:00-08:50

1 stop13h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/2

20:15-08:25

1 stop12h 10m

£169

SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Mon 1/12

18:05-23:10

1 stop5h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/12

20:30-08:05

1 stop11h 35m

£175

SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Mon 17/11

20:10-07:50

1 stop11h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/11

12:00-19:40

1 stop7h 40m

£187

SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Thu 22/1

08:40-10:05

Nonstop1h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 26/1

07:55-15:35

1 stop7h 40m

£192

SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Tue 28/4

09:10-14:00

1 stop4h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/4

08:00-14:20

1 stop6h 20m

£194

SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Mon 23/3

19:55-11:40

2 stops15h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/3

18:50-08:45

1 stop13h 55m

£198

SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Tue 18/11

20:10-07:00

1 stop10h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 19/11

11:15-08:45

2 stops21h 30m

£200

SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Sat 2/5

17:35-21:45

1 stop4h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/5

06:00-17:00

1 stop11h 00m

£207

SouthamptonEdinburgh

SOU - EDI

SOUEDI

Southampton Eastleigh

Tue 18/11

08:55-22:25

1 stop13h 30m

£71

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Best time to book a flight from Portsmouth to Edinburgh

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Portsmouth to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Portsmouth to Edinburgh is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portsmouth to Edinburgh (average of £16). Flying from Portsmouth to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £34). 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 P0R to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Portsmouth 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 7 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Portsmouth to Edinburgh in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portsmouth to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Portsmouth to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Portsmouth to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 7 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, easyJet, andBritish Airways from Portsmouth to Edinburgh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,841 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,500 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Ryanair
6.3
Okay
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Portsmouth to Edinburgh. You should not have trouble finding flights to Turnhouse from Portsmouth; the airport handles an average of 7 inbound flights from Portsmouth per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Edinburgh airport from Portsmouth. It is only a 6.8 mi journey from Turnhouse (EDI) to Edinburgh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Portsmouth to Edinburgh?

    For as low as £175, KLM can have you in Edinburgh from Portsmouth in 5h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 355 mi.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portsmouth to Edinburgh?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Portsmouth to Edinburgh on time: Cathay Pacific (75%), Finnair (71%), China Southern (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portsmouth to Edinburgh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £59. While the most popular route (Southampton Eastleigh - Edinburgh Turnhouse) can be booked for £142 on average, our data indicates £165 when flying from Portsmouth to Edinburgh.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portsmouth to Edinburgh (average of £16). Flying from Portsmouth to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £34). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Portsmouth to Edinburgh

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest£15Average£62FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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easyJetCheapest£28Average£89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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RyanairCheapest£40Average£65FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£74Average£160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£179Average£219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LoganairCheapest£185Average£243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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