Flight Routes from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

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Here you can compare cheap flights from London Gatwick (LGW) to Edinburgh (EDI) for one-way or return trips. The following offers were searched for and found on idealo during the last few days. Or start your own flight search to Edinburgh. Prices and availability may change at any time.

Flight schedule from London Gatwick (LGW) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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  1. 3 – 9 August 2026
  2. 10 – 16 August 2026
  3. 17 – 23 August 2026
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      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

      Favourite airline: easyJet
      The favourite airline for flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh is easyJet.
      easyJet
      51 %
      Norwegian Air International
      25 %
      Norwegian
      9 %
      Cheapest weekday: Saturday
      Flight prices fluctuate during the week. Flights are cheapest on   Saturday by 24 %.
      Direct flights are the cheapest connection
      Direct flights on this route are £63.00 cheaper on average than flights with a stopover.
      non stop flight
      1 stop
      2 stops
      01h 25min
      05h 50min
      08h 15min
      54 £
      117 £
      413 £
      The favourite connection is non-stop
      Direct flights are especially popular on this route. 51 % of travellers will book a non-stop flight.
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      Direct flights
      01h 25min, from 54 £
      51 %
      1 stopover Copenhagen
      04h 30min, from 175 £
      25 %
      1 stopover Dublin
      06h 20min, from 348 £
      10 %

      Useful information about the flight from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

      Edinburgh has more

      Edinburgh is a lively place with plenty of things to do and see. Famous for its castle, the Tattoo, summer festivals and whiskey, this capital city also has great shopping, fine restaurants and an 82-acre zoo. The Old Town of Edinburgh may be small in size, but it is packed with centuries of history. The architecture is fascinating here and there are some interesting bars and cafés to discover as well.


      When is it recommended to visit Edinburgh?

      Edinburgh can be blustery and wet all year around but the finest weather can be experienced May to September, which is when the official festivals take place. There are a number of these events, such as Festival Fringe, the International Festival, a Jazz and Blues Festival and one for films. Edinburgh doubles in population over the festival time, so it is wise to book accommodation well in advance for stays at this time of year. New Year is celebrated in style in Scotland, so a popular time to visit Edinburgh is for Hogmanay on the 1st of January each year.


      Good-to-know facts about visiting Edinburgh

      The cost of eating and drinking out in Edinburgh is about average for most of the UK and a little cheaper than it is in London. A pint of beer costs about £3.50 and a budget meal is around £10 per person. When it comes to accommodation, be prepared to spend roughly £100 a night for a 3 Star hotel room in peak season and approximately £10 a night for a hostel bed in low season.


      Getting from the airport and local transport information

      Edinburgh airport is just 10 miles from the city centre and there is a choice of ways to get between the two places. The Edinburgh Tramway takes about 35 minutes and the adult fare is roughly £5 for a single and £8 for a return. The Airlink Express costs around £4 for a single ticket and the journey takes 25 minutes. The cheapest alternative is the number 35 Lothian Bus which takes an hour and 35 minutes to get to the centre and costs around £1.50 each way.

      Getting around Edinburgh itself can be done on foot as the city is compact and most of the tourist attractions are easy to get to. The Lothian Bus service runs throughout the day and a single fare is approximately £1.50.

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      Flight information: London Gatwick - Edinburgh

      Outbound and return from 86,17 £
      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
      Popular destinations for onward travel