Question 1

How long is the flight from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Edinburgh typically takes around 1 hour 30 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 4 hours 55 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh, with an average of around 3 to 4 flights per day, operated by, among others, easyJet. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh are operated by, among others, easyJet. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Norwegian (via Oslo). 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 London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh 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 London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to Edinburgh there are on average around 3 to 4 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

From London Gatwick to Edinburgh there are around 26 to 27 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 London Gatwick to Edinburgh depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London Gatwick to Edinburgh usually departs at 06:10. 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 Edinburgh.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London Gatwick to Edinburgh usually departs at 22:10. 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.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option London Gatwick Edinburgh	Outbound 03/08/26 direct U20829 01h 30min	Return 20/08/26 direct U20830 01h 40min	easyJet		£94
London Gatwick Edinburgh	Outbound 03/08/26 direct U20829 01h 30min	Return 20/08/26 direct U20830 01h 40min	easyJet		£95
London Gatwick Edinburgh	Outbound 03/08/26 direct U20829 01h 30min	Return 20/08/26 direct U20830 01h 40min	easyJet		£96
London Gatwick Edinburgh	Outbound 03/08/26 direct U20829 01h 30min	Return 20/08/26 direct U20830 01h 40min	easyJet	?	£98
London Gatwick Edinburgh	Outbound 03/08/26 direct U20829 01h 30min	Return 20/08/26 direct U20830 01h 40min	easyJet		£108
London Gatwick Edinburgh	Outbound 22/06/26 direct U20815 01h 30min	Return 24/06/26 direct U20807 01h 40min	easyJet		£110
London Gatwick Edinburgh	Outbound 22/06/26 direct U20815 01h 30min	Return 24/06/26 direct U20807 01h 40min	easyJet	?	£119
London Gatwick Edinburgh	Outbound 22/06/26 direct U20815 01h 30min	Return 24/06/26 direct U20807 01h 40min	easyJet		£122
London Gatwick Edinburgh	Outbound 03/08/26 1 Stopover (OSL) DY1307, DY1356 04h 55min	Return 20/08/26 1 Stopover (OSL) DY1355, DY1310 07h 10min	Norwegian Air Shuttle	?	£395

Outbound and return from	93,99 £
Flight duration	min. 01:25 / max. 01:35
Return flight duration	min. 01:20/ max. 01:30
Distance	574 km
Flights per week	57
Departure airport	Airport London Gatwick (LGW)
Arrival airport	Airport Edinburgh (EDI)
Destination country	Flights to United Kingdom
City-Code - Arrival airport	London - Edinburgh
Departure airport - Destination country	London Gatwick - United Kingdom

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