Question 1

How far in advance should I book a flight to London?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around £126 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from Edinburgh for as low as £101 on momondo.

Question 2

How often are flights from Edinburgh to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Edinburgh and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 103 minutes.

Question 3

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London?

Accepted Answer

easyJet, Ryanair, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London

Question 4

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as £131. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £527.

Question 5

What is the most punctual flight time for Edinburgh to London flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 6

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to London from Edinburgh is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around £43, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to London, with average flight prices from Edinburgh averaging around £43.

Question 7

How many flights depart from Edinburgh to London on average per week?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Edinburgh and London is 278 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 26% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 8

What cabin class options are available on Edinburgh Turnhouse to London flights?

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Edinburgh Turnhouse to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 9

How have Edinburgh to London flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for Edinburgh to London flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 10

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £161. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Edinburgh to London for around £457.

Question 11

What is the cheapest Edinburgh Turnhouse to London flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London Luton for the best Edinburgh Turnhouse - London flight prices

Question 12

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 13

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and London?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £34 to £60.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £35.

Question 14

How many flights depart from Edinburgh to London on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 39 flights take off from Edinburgh and land in London each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 13:00, with 46% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 15

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Edinburgh to London flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 16

Which airlines fly to London?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London from Edinburgh according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to London on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 17

Is flying the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

The quickest way is to book a flight from Edinburgh to London, which can be as quick as 1h 15m onboard easyJet. You can also get a train from Edinburgh to London, or a bus from Edinburgh to London which can take you longer to arrive at your destination.

Question 18

Is flying the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

Planning to book a flight from Edinburgh to London can be a safe bet when looking for a low-cost deal to your destination. Currently, a train and a bus are priced higher than the cost of a flight. You can search prices for a train from Edinburgh starting at £187 to London or a bus from Edinburgh to London starting at £41 if that is your preferred method of transportation.

Question 19

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

With the two cities being extremely close in proximity, you can find a multitude of readily available flights from Edinburgh to London without much need to book in advance. All flights are direct when booking with the two primary airline carriers, namely easyJet and British Airways. Flights from Edinburgh to London average between one hour and 10 minutes and one hour and 30 minutes, with planes leaving around the clock between the two cities.

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in Edinburgh and London?

When you depart from Scotland on your Edinburgh to London flight, you will make use of the Edinburgh Airport (EDI), also known as Turnhouse Airport. To get to the airport with public transportation, you can catch the Airlink 100 bus from any central point in the city or catch a train from any main station in Edinburgh, leading you directly to the airport. Taxis are another good option, as the airport is not based far from central Edinburgh. When you arrive in London, you will have a variety of airports to choose from. Your three primary airport choices will be Stansted (STN), Gatwick (LGW) and Luton Airport (LTN), as these have a lot of flights available on a regular basis. Gatwick is close in terms of distance, so perhaps factor your ground travel time into your schedule and book a flight that takes you to a more convenient London-based airport. From Gatwick, there is the Gatwick Express train, which will take you directly into London via Victoria Station. Stansted Airport also has an express train to head straight to the city. If you land at Luton Airport, you can make use of the airport's parkway train station. A shuttle from the airport takes passengers to the station every 15 minutes or so.

What are the benefits of the different airports in Edinburgh and London?

When you depart from Scotland on your cheap flight from Edinburgh to London, you will be leaving from a world-class airport. Edinburgh Airport has all the facilities and amenities to make travelling a pleasure, including restaurants, shops and assisted travel for mobility-challenged passengers. In London, you will primarily choose from Gatwick, Stansted or Luton. If you arrive at Gatwick you will find a premier airport that is one of the biggest and busiest in London, with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable landing. Stansted is much smaller yet still offers great facilities, lounges and shopping. It is based farther away from London than all the other London-serving airports, so you will need to accommodate extra ground travel. Luton Airport has some great lounges, restaurants and shops to enjoy upon your arrival and is also a fair distance out of the London region, making it necessary to travel longer to reach your destination.

Question 20

Which cities can you reach easily once you arrive at London airports?

Accepted Answer

Arriving at any London airport after your one-way flight from Edinburgh to London will make for easy ground travel to surrounding cities. This way, no matter what area in the UK your final destination is, you can reach it through the bus or train service that this dynamic country has to offer. Being a small country, the cities in the south are all based in close proximity to one another. Enjoy warmer seaside resorts such as Brighton or Dover in under a few hours travel time. If you wish to enjoy the inland areas, such as the university city of Oxford or the bustling Sussex region, you will be close enough to reach them with your choice of car hire, bus or train travel.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to London?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to London are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to London?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to London.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to London?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to London.

Question 24

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your London trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £161. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Edinburgh to London for around £457.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as £131. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £527.

What is the cheapest Edinburgh Turnhouse to London flight route?

Fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London Luton for the best Edinburgh Turnhouse - London flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to London?

What cabin class options are available on Edinburgh Turnhouse to London flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Edinburgh Turnhouse to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Edinburgh to London flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Edinburgh to London flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London?

easyJet, Ryanair, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London

Which airlines fly to London?

How often are flights from Edinburgh to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Edinburgh and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 103 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Edinburgh to London flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Edinburgh to London flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Edinburgh to London on average per day?

As of January 2026, 39 flights take off from Edinburgh and land in London each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 13:00, with 46% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Edinburgh to London on average per week?

The number of flights available between Edinburgh and London is 278 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 26% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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