| Outbound | Return | Airlines | Shop | Baggage | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 04/04/26 direct BA1440 01h 25min | Return - |  British Airways |  | ? | £141 | |
| Best option London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 17/08/26 direct BA1466 01h 15min | Return 15/09/26 direct BA1463 01h 20min | British Airways |  | £110 | ||
| London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 23/04/26 direct BA1464 01h 20min | Return 24/04/26 1 Stopover (BHD) EI3651, BA1409 13h 00min | British Airways | | £250 | ||
| London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 17/08/26 direct BA1436 01h 25min | Return 15/09/26 direct BA1463 01h 20min | British Airways |  | £111 | ||
| London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 04/05/26 direct BA1466 01h 15min | Return 22/05/26 direct BA1459 01h 20min | British Airways | | £123 | ||
| London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 08/08/26 direct BA1464 01h 20min | Return 31/08/26 direct BA1461 01h 20min | British Airways |  | £124 | ||
| London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 08/08/26 direct BA1464 01h 20min | Return 31/08/26 direct BA1461 01h 20min | British Airways |  | £125 | ||
| London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 08/08/26 direct BA1464 01h 20min | Return 31/08/26 direct BA1461 01h 20min | British Airways | | ? | £127 | |
| London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 08/08/26 direct BA1466 01h 15min | Return 31/08/26 direct BA1461 01h 20min | British Airways | | £129 | ||
| London Heathrow Edinburgh | Outbound 04/05/26 direct BA1466 01h 15min | Return 22/05/26 direct BA1459 01h 20min | British Airways | | £140 |
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Airline
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Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from London Heathrow to Edinburgh
Favourite airline: British Airways
The most popular airline for flights from London Heathrow to Edinburgh is British Airways.
British Airways
96 %
KLM
4 %
Cheapest weekday: Sunday
The cheapest ticket prices are available for flights departing on a Sunday.
Direct flights are cheaper
Direct flights on this route are £61.00 cheaper on average than flights with a stopover.
non stop flight
1 stop
01h 25min
13h 25min
68 GBP
129 GBP
The favourite connection is non-stop
Flights from London Heathrow to Edinburgh are most frequently booked as a direct flight.
Route
bookings
Direct flights
01h 25min, from 68 GBP
85 %
1 stopover Belfast City
10h 30min, from 219 GBP
7 %
1 stopover Amsterdam Schiphol
23h 45min, from 318 GBP
5 %
Useful information about the flight from London Heathrow to Edinburgh
The stunning capital of Scotland
Edinburgh, also known as Festival City, is home to a wealth of cultural and historical attractions. Boasting a wide range of dining options, outdoor pursuits, evening entertainment and shopping experiences, there is plenty to see and do in this vibrant coastal city.
Best climate and festivals
The warmest months are from May until mid-September; however, there are often rainy and windy days throughout the year, so it's advisable to take protective clothing. There are a number of annual festivals held in Edinburgh, including the Edinburgh Art Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, which are hosted in August. The popular Scottish International Storytelling Festival takes place in October, and the family friendly Imaginate Festival is hosted in the first week of June.
Basic tips and cost of living
Edinburgh is a popular tourist destination, and can become quite crowded over the festival months. It's a good idea to book accommodation up to a year in advance. The cost of living tends to be cheaper in Edinburgh than in London. For example, a monthly travel pass costs about £50 in Edinburgh, while in London it costs about £130. However, Edinburgh prices are about average when compared to other areas of the UK.
Local public transport and hotel prices
Edinburgh Airport is situated about 10 miles from the city centre. The 100 bus stops outside the main terminal building and provides services to the main rail station and the city centre. These depart every 10 minutes, and cost about £4.50 for a single fare. Edinburgh trams operate every 8-12 minutes. Single fares cost about £5 and the journey takes around 35 minutes. The taxi rank is conveniently situated on the ground floor of the airports' multi-storey car park. There is also a convenient car rental centre at the airport.
The price of accommodation in Edinburgh can vary considerably. Cheap hostels are available from about £7 per person for one night, while 3 star hotel accommodation can cost from around £45 per room. The major tourist attractions can be easily reached on foot or via public transport. Taxi fares start at about £2.80, then cost around £2 per kilometre thereafter. Public transport costs about £1.50 for a single fare.
Important flight information
Flight information: London Heathrow - Edinburgh
| Cheapest outbound flight from | 141,00 GBP |
|---|---|
| Outbound and return from | 109,81 GBP |
| 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 London Heathrow (LHR) |
| Arrival airport | Airport Edinburgh (EDI) |
| Destination country | Flights to United Kingdom |
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