Question 1

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to London Heathrow?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Edinburgh to London Heathrow typically takes around 1 hour 35 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 6 hours 35 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow, with an average of around 10 to 11 flights per day, operated by, among others, British Airways. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Edinburgh to London Heathrow?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow are operated by, among others, British Airways. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with KLM (via Amsterdam). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Edinburgh to London Heathrow?

Accepted Answer

From Edinburgh to London Heathrow there are on average around 10 to 11 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. Particularly if you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Edinburgh to London Heathrow?

Accepted Answer

From Edinburgh to London Heathrow there are around 70 to 71 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Edinburgh to London Heathrow depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Edinburgh to London Heathrow usually departs at 05:50. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in London Heathrow.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Edinburgh to London Heathrow depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Edinburgh to London Heathrow usually departs at 21:20. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

In which months do idealo users most frequently search for flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow are most frequently searched for travel in June, October and December. If you are planning to fly in one of these months, it may be worth comparing offers early. Outside the most popular months, you may find more choice or cheaper connections.

Question 10

Which airports near Edinburgh are frequently used for flights to London Heathrow?

Accepted Answer

As well as Edinburgh airport, users also frequently search for flights from Glasgow and Inverness to London Heathrow. Alternative departure airports can offer more choice of flight times, airlines or prices. Do also check how accessible each airport is for you.

Question 11

Which airports near London Heathrow are frequently chosen as a destination?

Accepted Answer

If you want to travel to London Heathrow, Southampton may also be worth considering as destination airports. These airports are frequently checked by users as an alternative. When comparing, consider whether a cheaper flight is really worth a longer onward journey.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Edinburgh London Heathrow	Outbound 18/09/26 direct BA1459 01h 20min	Return -	British Airways		£72
Best option Edinburgh London Heathrow	Outbound 15/10/26 direct BA1461 01h 20min	Return 11/11/26 direct BA1438 01h 25min	British Airways		£106
Edinburgh London Heathrow Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 17/09/26 1 Stopover (DUB) FR0809, EI0162 04h 55min	Return 21/09/26 1 Stopover (DUB) EI0165, FR0816 06h 40min	Ryanair, Aer Lingus Irish Airlines		£205
Edinburgh London Heathrow	Outbound 17/09/26 direct BA1461 01h 20min	Return 21/09/26 1 Stopover (BHD) BA1390, EI3656 09h 00min	British Airways		£234
Edinburgh London Heathrow	Outbound 01/12/26 direct BA1465 01h 40min	Return 08/12/26 direct BA1438 01h 25min	British Airways		£108
Edinburgh London Heathrow	Outbound 17/11/26 direct BA1449 01h 30min	Return 17/12/26 direct BA1438 01h 25min	British Airways		£109
Edinburgh London Heathrow	Outbound 17/09/26 direct BA1463 01h 20min	Return 21/09/26 direct BA1436 01h 25min	British Airways	?	£119
Edinburgh London Heathrow	Outbound 15/10/26 direct BA1463 01h 20min	Return 11/11/26 direct BA1438 01h 25min	British Airways	?	£180
Edinburgh London Heathrow	Outbound 17/11/26 1 Stopover (AMS) KL0924, KL1011 06h 35min	Return 17/12/26 1 Stopover (AMS) KL1002, KL0931 07h 25min	KLM	?	£267
Edinburgh London Heathrow	Outbound 08/08/26 1 Stopover (DUB) EI3557, EI0178 09h 05min	Return 15/08/26 1 Stopover (DUB) EI0177, EI3552 13h 20min	Aer Lingus Irish Airlines	?	£338

Cheapest outbound flight from	71,90 £
Outbound and return from	105,90 £
Flight duration	min. 01:20 / max. 01:40
Return flight duration	min. 01:20/ max. 01:40
Distance	533 km
Flights per week	91
Departure airport	Airport Edinburgh (EDI)
Arrival airport	Airport London Heathrow (LHR)
Destination country	Flights to United Kingdom
Departure airport - Destination country	Edinburgh - United Kingdom
Departure airport - City-Code	Edinburgh - London

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