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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to London from £21

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LON
1 2月 — 8 2月1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London are usually found in January or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 1月 2026.

週三 31/1216:10EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 30mBritish Airways
週日 4/116:10LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/12£120
週三 31/1219:45EDI - LTN
Nonstop1h 15measyJet
週日 4/115:10LTN - EDI
Nonstop1h 15measyJet
Deal found 31/12£128
週三 31/1218:55EDI - STN
Nonstop1h 20measyJet
週日 4/122:05STN - EDI
Nonstop1h 20measyJet
Deal found 31/12£133
週三 31/1219:10EDI - LGW
Nonstop1h 30measyJet
週日 4/114:30LGW - EDI
Nonstop1h 30measyJet
Deal found 31/12£145
週三 31/1219:50EDI - STN
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
週日 4/108:30STN - EDI
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£147
週三 31/1220:15EDI - LGW
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
週日 4/117:05LGW - EDI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£163
週三 31/1219:45EDI - LTN
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
週日 4/117:20LTN - EDI
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£166
週三 31/1220:15EDI - LHR
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
週日 4/116:10LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£251
週三 31/1211:10EDI - LCY
Nonstop1h 30mBritish Airways
週日 4/115:05LCY - EDI
1 stop4h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/12£322
週三 31/1214:15EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 30mBritish Airways
週三 31/1218:25LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/12£418
週三 31/1209:20EDI - LHR
1 stop4h 30mKLM
週三 31/1217:50LHR - EDI
1 stop5h 20mKLM
Deal found 31/12£2,223

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to London (LON). 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 2 1月 2026.

Round-trip from

£36

One-way from

£21

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£38

Good round-trip deal

£40 or less

Good one-way deal

£24 or less
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 1/2-8/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to London
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Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 27/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£5 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£1 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London (LON).
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London (LON).
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EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週三 4/2

18:55-20:15

Nonstop1h 20m

London Stansted

週四 5/2

08:50-10:10

Nonstop1h 20m

£36

EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週六 17/1

19:35-21:00

Nonstop1h 25m

London Stansted

週六 24/1

21:25-22:50

Nonstop1h 25m

£36

EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週四 15/1

07:00-08:20

Nonstop1h 20m

London Stansted

週二 20/1

21:40-22:55

Nonstop1h 15m

£36

EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週四 15/1

07:00-08:20

Nonstop1h 20m

London Stansted

週日 18/1

09:45-11:05

Nonstop1h 20m

£36

EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週日 1/2

07:55-09:15

Nonstop1h 20m

London Stansted

週四 5/2

08:50-10:10

Nonstop1h 20m

£36

EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週日 1/2

07:55-09:15

Nonstop1h 20m

London Stansted

週日 8/2

09:45-11:05

Nonstop1h 20m

£36

EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週五 30/1

06:35-07:55

Nonstop1h 20m

London Stansted

週五 6/2

20:40-21:55

Nonstop1h 15m

£36

EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週四 5/2

07:00-08:20

Nonstop1h 20m

London Stansted

週日 8/2

09:45-11:05

Nonstop1h 20m

£36

EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週日 1/2

09:00-10:25

Nonstop1h 25m

London Stansted

週六 7/2

21:25-22:50

Nonstop1h 25m

£36

EdinburghLondon

EDI - STN

EDISTN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

週六 31/1

07:20-08:40

Nonstop1h 20m

London Stansted

週一 2/2

08:05-09:25

Nonstop1h 20m

£36

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to London

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to London. Price data was last updated on 26 December 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to London. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to London (average of £15). Flying from Edinburgh to London in November is currently the most expensive (average of £31). 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 EDI to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 1月 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to London in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Edinburgh to London. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to London

Explore weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to London. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 2 1月 2026.

The most flights from EDI to LON are scheduled on a Friday (79 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Edinburgh to London delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Edinburgh and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 103 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 2 1月 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Ryanair, easyJet, andBritish Airways from Edinburgh to London have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,236 reviews
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Food

6.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.9

Boarding

6.7

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Adrian,Jun 2025

EDI - BGY

Passengers were called forward for boarding before the plane was empty and left standing on the tarmac for about 15 - 20 minutes while the arriving passengers came off the plane.
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,236 reviews
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,236 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.9

Boarding

6.7

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Adrian,Jun 2025

EDI - BGY

Passengers were called forward for boarding before the plane was empty and left standing on the tarmac for about 15 - 20 minutes while the arriving passengers came off the plane.
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,855 reviews
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,236 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.9

Boarding

6.7

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Adrian,Jun 2025

EDI - BGY

Passengers were called forward for boarding before the plane was empty and left standing on the tarmac for about 15 - 20 minutes while the arriving passengers came off the plane.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,635 reviews
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,236 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.9

Boarding

6.7

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Adrian,Jun 2025

EDI - BGY

Passengers were called forward for boarding before the plane was empty and left standing on the tarmac for about 15 - 20 minutes while the arriving passengers came off the plane.
Ryanair
6.4
Okay
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,236 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.9

Boarding

6.7

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Adrian,Jun 2025

EDI - BGY

Passengers were called forward for boarding before the plane was empty and left standing on the tarmac for about 15 - 20 minutes while the arriving passengers came off the plane.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to London. 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 from for flights from Edinburgh to London?

    If you book a flight to London from Edinburgh, you will be flying from Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh. There are 30 flights from Turnhouse to London per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to London?

    For as low as £36, easyJet can have you in London from Edinburgh in 1h 20m. Edinburgh and London are separated by a distance of 317 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to London round-trip?

    Flying on Ryanair is currently your cheapest option to London, with prices starting at £16. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by easyJet and Ryanair, with the lowest prices starting at £19 and £44, respectively. Ryanair is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to London one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Edinburgh to London are Ryanair (£14), easyJet (£16), and Ryanair (£23).

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to London?

    Most travelers choose Edinburgh Turnhouse - London Heathrow, Edinburgh Turnhouse - London Gatwick or Edinburgh Turnhouse - London Stansted when deciding on the best route from Edinburgh to London.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Edinburgh to London consider choosing Finnair (78%), British Airways (78%) or Cathay Pacific (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to London?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to London? While on average our users pay £1,448, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £64. The most popular route (Edinburgh Turnhouse - London Heathrow), is priced around £84.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to London (average of £15). Flying from Edinburgh to London in November is currently the most expensive (average of £31). 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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RyanairCheapest£21Average£48FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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easyJetCheapest£28Average£69FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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British AirwaysCheapest£75Average£139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£163Average£246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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