Question 1

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Edinburgh to London typically takes around 1 hour 35 minutes. This makes the direct service the fastest and most convenient way to travel between Edinburgh and London. It is worth checking flight times when searching, as these can vary by airline and travel date.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Edinburgh to London, with an average of around 48 to 49 flights per day, operated by, among others, British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair UK. 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?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Edinburgh to London are operated by, among others, British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair UK. These services take you to London without any stops, making them particularly handy for short breaks or weekend trips. It is still worth comparing departure times and airline policies, as baggage rules and additional charges can vary.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Edinburgh to London 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?

Accepted Answer

From Edinburgh to London there are on average around 48 to 49 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?

Accepted Answer

From Edinburgh to London there are around 340 to 341 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 depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Edinburgh to London 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.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Edinburgh to London depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Edinburgh to London usually departs at 21:55. 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

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

Accepted Answer

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

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Edinburgh London	Outbound 27/09/26 direct RK0597 01h 25min	Return -	Ryanair UK		£18
Edinburgh London	Outbound 15/10/26 direct RK8604 01h 25min	Return 11/11/26 direct RK0596 01h 20min	Ryanair UK		£31
Best option Edinburgh London	Outbound 02/11/26 direct U20301 01h 15min	Return 13/11/26 direct U20306 01h 15min	easyJet		£81
Edinburgh London Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 16/10/26 direct U20807 01h 40min	Return 25/10/26 1 Stopover (SNN) FR1183, FR1676 04h 55min	easyJet		£102
Edinburgh London	Outbound 17/09/26 direct BA1461 01h 20min	Return 21/09/26 1 Stopover (BHD) BA1390, EI3656 09h 00min	British Airways		£234
Edinburgh London	Outbound 02/11/26 direct RK0597 01h 24min	Return 13/11/26 direct RK1273 01h 20min	Ryanair UK		£39
Edinburgh London	Outbound 02/11/26 direct RK0597 01h 24min	Return 13/11/26 direct RK1273 01h 20min	Ryanair UK	?	£41
Edinburgh London	Outbound 02/11/26 direct RK0597 01h 24min	Return 13/11/26 direct RK0596 01h 20min	Ryanair UK		£42
Edinburgh London	Outbound 16/10/26 direct RK1274 01h 25min	Return 25/10/26 direct RK0596 01h 20min	Ryanair UK		£38
Edinburgh London	Outbound 02/11/26 direct RK0597 01h 24min	Return 13/11/26 direct RK1273 01h 20min	Ryanair UK	?	£45

Cheapest outbound flight from	£17.97
Outbound and return from	£30.97
Flight duration	min. 01:10 / max. 01:55
Return flight duration	min. 01:10/ max. 01:40
Distance	538 km
Flights per week	297
Departure airport	Airport Edinburgh (EDI)
Arrival airport	Airport London (LCY, LGW, LHR, LTN, STN, SEN) (LON)
Destination country	Flights to United Kingdom
Departure airport - Destination country	Edinburgh - United Kingdom

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