How many airports are there in London?

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.

How much are return flights from Edinburgh to London?

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to London is ₹ 2,718. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Edinburgh to London?

1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to London.

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to London?

British Airways, easyJet and Iberia fly direct from Edinburgh to London.

How many flights are there a week from Edinburgh to London?

As of May 2024, there are 702 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to London.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to London?

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in London?

If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Stansted – which is 48.6 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 2,718 .

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to London on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to London on Tuesday, 14 May 2024 .

Can I get a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to London?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Edinburgh Airport to London?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to London?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in London?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh Airport to London with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London.

Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to London from ₹ 1,359

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London.₹ 1,359 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 14 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 1,359, select.

London.₹ 1,545 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 20 Aug, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 1,545, select.

London.₹ 1,548 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Jun.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 14 Jun, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 1,548, select.

London.₹ 1,569 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jul.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 2 Jul, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 1,569, select.

London.₹ 1,941 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 4 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 1,941, select.

London.₹ 2,087 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 24 Oct, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 2,087, select.

London.₹ 2,936 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 2 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 2,936, select.

London.₹ 3,138 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 20 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 3,138, select.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to London flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Alternative Edinburgh to London routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to London? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Edinburgh to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	₹ 1,359
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	702

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to London: Frequently asked questions

: There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
: The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to London is ₹ 2,718. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
: 1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to London.
: British Airways, easyJet and Iberia fly direct from Edinburgh to London.
: As of May 2024, there are 702 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to London.
: The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London is usually May.
: If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Stansted – which is 48.6 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 2,718.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to London on Tuesday, 14 May 2024.
: Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 minutes.
: We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
: We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
: In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
: Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London.

How to compare and get the best flights from Edinburgh to London?

The price table above shows the lowest 2-way flight prices from Edinburgh to London for each month. Clicking on the price will take you to a calendar view to choose specific dates as per your itinerary.
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What you need to know before flying from Edinburgh to London?

Airport information

Departure

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Edinburgh EH12 9DN, United Kingdom

Arrival

London City Airport (LCY)

London City Airport, Royal Docks,London,E16 2PX, UK

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Gatwick Airport, West Sussex RH6 ONP, UK

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Heathrow Point West, 234 Bath Road, Hayes, Middlesex, UB3 5AP, UK

London Luton Airport (LTN)

London Luton Airport, Navigation House, Airport Way, Luton, Bedfordshire LU2 9LY, UK

London Southend Airport (SEN)

Southend Airport, 1st Floor, Terminal Building, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 6YF, UK

London Stansted Airport (STN)

Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW, UK

Travelling to Edinburgh airport

Edinburgh’s Airport is located 9 miles to the west of the city centre of Edinburgh.
Travellers from the airport to the city can take cycles, taxis, trams, coaches, and buses. See here.

Travelling from London airports

Location of London airports with respect to the city centre – Heathrow (16 miles west), Stansted (39 miles northeast), City airport (9 miles east), Southend (42 miles east), Gatwick (28 miles south) and Luton (34 miles southeast).
Travellers can take trains and buses both from every airport except London City airport. They can also take cycles, taxis, etc. to get to the city, especially from Heathrow and Gatwick.

Facilities at Edinburgh and London Airports

Edinburgh airport has lounges, Wi-Fi access, prayer rooms, shops, dining and drinking spaces, info desks, currency exchange services and ATMs and cash machines.
London airports have a wide range of services and facilities including lounges, ATMs and banks, free Wi-Fi access, pharmacies, medical assistance, duty-free shops, cafés and restaurants, prayer rooms, etc.

Tips on how to make the best out of your flight journey from Edinburgh to London

The minimum flight time from Edinburgh to London is 1h 30min, via direct flights. London happens to be a very popular vacation destination – whether it is Autumn, Summer or Spring. Shop and gamble, and even try visiting these unique places or you can even take part in some exciting activities.

Time Difference between Edinburgh and London

There is no time difference between London and Edinburgh.

Weather in London

London with its old-world polished charm and cobblestone streets is a treat in every season, but faces rains throughout the year – so pack an umbrella in any case. That being said, the best months to visit the city are late spring (March-May) when the temperatures are around 4-17 degrees Celsius.

Cost of living in London

London is an expensive city. Average prices of attractions are between GBP 21 and GBP 35, including places such as Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Madame Tussauds, Tower of London, and the London Eye. London transportation prices are as follows – airport rides cost GBP 5.5 (tube) and GBP 55-70 (taxi), a tube ride costs GBP 2-5, and a 3 km taxi ride costs GBP 8-12. Inexpensive meals cost anywhere between GBP 4 and 14. British foods such as jacket potato and fish n’ chips cost anywhere between GBP 3 and 13. Beverages such as a pint of beer and a cup of coffee cost anywhere between GBP 2 and 5.

Mode of payments accepted in London

Pound sterling (known as ‘quid’) is the most widely-accepted currency, while Euros find acceptance at some places. Taxis accept both cash and cards, while buses feed Oyster cards. Also, only cards with the chip-and-pin feature are widely accepted. Credit cards work everywhere but charges are levied.

Best places for your first meal in London

Some of London’s iconic dishes that shouldn’t be missed include the fish n’ chips, Yorkshire pudding with Sunday roast, the Eton mess, Pie/bangers and mash, Cockles, the full English breakfast, sticky toffee pudding, and beef Wellington. Head to areas such as Clapham junction, Soho, Mayfair, Hyde Park and Belgravia for the best eats in London.