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LON → EDI · Domestic, United Kingdom

Cheap flights from London to Edinburgh

Compare real-time fares from London (LON) to Edinburgh (EDI), United Kingdom. See the cheapest days on our price calendar, reserve now and pay later on many fares, and get real human support with no hidden fees.

Distance534 km
Typical non-stop timeabout 1h 10m
Time differencethe same time
Currency in EdinburghBritish Pound (GBP)

Airports

Departing London

  • Heathrow (LHR) · 23 km from the centre
  • Gatwick (LGW) · 40 km from the centre
  • Stansted (STN) · 49 km from the centre
  • Luton (LTN) · 44 km from the centre
  • London City (LCY) · 13 km from the centre

Arriving Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) · 11 km from the centre

Staying in Edinburgh

Scotland's capital, known for Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and its August festivals.

Edinburgh travel guideHotels in Edinburgh

London to Edinburgh: questions travellers ask

How long is the flight from London to Edinburgh?

London and Edinburgh are about 534 km apart. A non-stop flight typically takes around 1h 10m; trips with a connection take longer depending on the stopover. TripSavo shows the exact time for every option before you book.

Which airports serve Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is served by Edinburgh Airport (EDI), about 11 km from the city centre.

What is the time difference between London and Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is the same time as London today. Where daylight saving applies, the difference can change during the year; flight times on TripSavo are always shown in local time.

What ID do I need to fly from London to Edinburgh?

For flights within United Kingdom, bring a valid government-issued photo ID that matches the name on your booking. Some airlines accept only a passport or national ID card, so check your airline's rules before you travel.

How can I find a cheaper flight from London to Edinburgh?

Fares change with demand. Use TripSavo's price calendar to compare days, choose flexible dates (±1 or ±3 days) to see cheaper nearby days, and save a search to check it again later. On many fares you can also reserve now and pay later while you decide.

Which currency do I pay in?

You can pay for flights in US dollars (USD) or naira (NGN): choose the currency at checkout. Hotel stays and Pay Small Small plans are paid in naira. Payments go securely through Paystack, by card, or by bank transfer or USSD for naira. If your card is in another currency, your bank converts the amount and may add its own fee.

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