Question 1

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London City Airport from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London City Airport for around £147 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London City Airport from Edinburgh for as low as £128 on momondo.

Question 2

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

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As of August 2025, 24 flights take off from Edinburgh and land in London City Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 29% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 3

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

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Edinburgh Turnhouse to London City flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 4

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

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Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to London City Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £138. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Edinburgh because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £205.

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to fly to London City Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you don’t want to visit London City Airport in June, then you should wait until March to fly from Edinburgh, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £137.

Question 6

What is the cheapest Edinburgh Turnhouse to London City flight route?

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

Question 7

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

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British Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London City

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

As of August 2025, 3 flights take off from Edinburgh and land in London City Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 07:00, with 63% of daily flights taking off at midday.

Question 9

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

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Our data shows that the cheapest Edinburgh to London City Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to London City Airport in the evening for as low as £142. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are £180 on average. Flights to London City Airport from Edinburgh at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 10

How have Edinburgh to London City Airport flight prices changed over time?

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As of August 2025, prices for Edinburgh to London City Airport flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 11

Which airlines fly to London City Airport?

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British Airways, KLM and easyJet are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London City Airport from Edinburgh according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 94% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London City Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to London City Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 12

Which cities can you get to from London City Airport?

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Connecting with the rest of the UK via London City Airport is very easy due to its location in the centre of the capital and within easy reach of major rail and bus stations. Using any of these you can connect with nearby cities such as Southampton, Brighton or Reading or travel directly to large UK cities such as Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol or Cardiff. By using London’s travel network, you can reach every part of the UK in the most efficient and straightforward way.

Question 13

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to London City Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are frequent daily flights between Edinburgh and London City Airport. British Airways operates a number of flights each day on its CityFlyer service and these are direct. The journey takes around one hour and 30 minutes. There are also a number of indirect options if required. KLM, for example, can connect you with London City from Edinburgh via their home hub of Amsterdam. The stopover is around 40 minutes, making the entire journey time approximately four hours and 55 minutes. Lufthansa can also make a similar connection through its home hub of Frankfurt but with a slightly longer stopover of one hour and 55 minutes. The entire journey time will be around five hours and 30 minutes. Ryanair operates a flight share on an indirect route via Dublin. The first leg from Edinburgh to Dublin is with Ryanair while British Airways pick up the second leg of the journey from Dublin to London City. Thai is a self-transfer that will require you going through security and passport control in Dublin.

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

You can connect with Edinburgh Airport easily from the city centre of Edinburgh. There is a train connection that departs from the main station every seven minutes. There is also a tram line connected to the airport and it also leaves every seven minutes, with an end-to-end travel time of 30 minutes. The Airlink 100 bus line connects with the city centre and departs from outside the arrivals area. You can buy your ticket on board with cash or card. You can also buy it in advance online. There are many taxis available at the rank outside Edinburgh Airport arrivals area and they will take you to the city centre in around 25 minutes. London City Airport has excellent local transport connections. You can reach the airport using the Docklands Light Rail system which connects east London with the airport. The DLR also connects passengers with the nearest Tube stations at Canning Town, Stratford and Bank. C2C operate trains that connect with Fenchurch Street Station in Central London. It’s a 15 minute journey. Black cabs and mini cabs service the station regularly and you can catch these outside the arrivals terminal.

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

Edinburgh airport is a large international travel hub that connects Scotland with the rest of the UK and many international destinations. It has great passenger amenities, including business lounges, fast track services through security and passport control, retail units, restaurants, bars, WiFi, mother and baby changing areas as well as two hotels on the airport campus. There is a team of staff ready to assist passengers who have limited mobility or sensory issues that may make their journey through the airport difficult. If you need to access these services, simply alert your airline at least 48 hours in advance and they will be ready to assist. London City Airport is the smallest of the London airports but in a vital location at the heart of Central London. It has business lounges, cafes, retail units, WiFi, baby changing areas, tourist information desks, cash machines, currency exchange and car hire services.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

As of August 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to London City Airport.

Question 16

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

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 City Airport.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to London City Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London City Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London City Airport?

If you don’t want to visit London City Airport in June, then you should wait until March to fly from Edinburgh, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £137.

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

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

What is the cheapest Edinburgh Turnhouse to London City flight route?

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

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Edinburgh Turnhouse to London City 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 City Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Edinburgh to London City Airport flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

British Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to London City

Which airlines fly to London City Airport?

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

As of August 2025, 3 flights take off from Edinburgh and land in London City Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 07:00, with 63% of daily flights taking off at midday.

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

As of August 2025, 24 flights take off from Edinburgh and land in London City Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 29% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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