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Summary info about Scotland flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | £18 |
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Best Return Price | £43 |
Fastest flight time | 1h 20m |
Operated By | 2 airlines |
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The average flight to Scotland costs £614/per person and the cheapest flight to Scotland is £6/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on travelling.
Edinburgh is about 57% more popular to visit than any other city in Scotland, according to momondo users. When visiting Edinburgh, it is recommended to fly into Edinburgh Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.
For the quickest drive from an arrival airport to The SSE Hydro, fly into Glasgow Intl Airport or Edinburgh Airport, which are closest to the area.
The most often visited landmarks in Scotland are The SSE Hydro, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, and Hampden Park, among many others that can be found in the area.
Scotland typically has a temperature range from 4 °C(January) to 15 °C(July). Those looking to avoid rain and/or snow while visiting Scotland should plan their trip in April, February, or February, as these months are relatively less likely to have precipitation.
easyJet is the most popular airline offering flights to Scotland, with 36% of our users opting to fly with them when travelling to Scotland. Other popular options include Flybe and Loganair. There are a total of 26 different airlines flying to Scotland.
The flight from United Kingdom to Scotland depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from London Heathrow (a popular airport in United Kingdom) to Edinburgh Turnhouse (the most popular airport in Scotland), then the flight time is 1h 25m on average. If you fly from Manchester (another popular airport in United Kingdom) to Edinburgh Turnhouse, then the average flight time is 3h 35m.
Flights to Scotland can be found for as cheap as £14 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to Scotland for around £618 on average. If you’re looking to find a good deal on your flight to Scotland, then you should consider booking if you find anything for £548 or less.
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These routes have the cheapest flights to Scotland found by momondo users in United Kingdom
| Departing | Destination | Best Time | Best Price |
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| Manchester | Edinburgh | 3h 35m | £40 |
| Manchester | Inverness | 1h 15m | £41 |
| London | Inverness | 1h 30m | £42 |
| Belfast | Glasgow | 0h 45m | £46 |
| Birmingham | Glasgow | 1h 15m | £46 |
| Bristol | Glasgow | 1h 15m | £46 |
| London | Glasgow | 1h 15m | £46 |
| London | Aberdeen | 1h 25m | £47 |
| Liverpool | Edinburgh | 2h 30m | £47 |
| Leeds | Edinburgh | 7h 30m | £48 |
| London | Edinburgh | 1h 15m | £48 |
| Birmingham | Edinburgh | 1h 10m | £49 |
| Belfast | Edinburgh | 0h 50m | £50 |
| Manchester | Aberdeen | 1h 15m | £51 |
| Bristol | Edinburgh | 1h 10m | £52 |
| Nottingham | Edinburgh | 4h 45m | £52 |
Best things to do and see in Scotland
When booking Scotland flights deals, be sure to block off August to be a part of a festival attended by people from all over the world. Edinburgh Fringe is a festival in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh and lasts for a full three weeks. It has an itinerary of events full of the best performances all in one place. Whatever your taste in arts and entertainment might be, you are sure to find it over the festival, which showcases theatre, comedy, dance, music, children’s shows, musicals, and crazy exhibitions, that will bend your mind. For an entirely cultural experience, make sure to visit Scotland in the summer and catch the Highland games. The games are a series of traditional athletic competitions which demonstrate the rich Scottish heritage. The events happen all over Scotland and begin in May, peak in July and end in August. The most popular game takes place in the village of Braemar and is called Braemar Gathering. The games have been happening and attended by the Royal Family since 1844.
Flights to Scotland mean you need to get ready to indulge in Scotlands traditional foods. It is proudly still made in the same ways as they have been throughout time, loved by both locals and travellers. The first thing you will run into and have to try is the national dish of haggis. Considered a delicacy, foreigners often overlook it as it sounds rather strange, but you won’t be disappointed by the dish’s richness. Made from sheep’s pluck which includes the liver, lungs, and heart, that are then minced with spices, and oatmeal, stuffed inside a lining of sheep’s stomach. The dish is usually served with fluffy, buttery mash potatoes, another Scottish favourite staple ingredient. If that doesn’t suit your taste buds, then you might enjoy the A-grade salmon so easily found all over Scotland. Scotland is known for salmon due to the water quality being so pure and fresh. Scottish salmon is enjoyed all over the world and is loved for its fresh taste and silky rich texture. Enjoying it at the source will be a taste experience you won’t be able to beat. Howies in Edinburgh has been known for their beautiful and creative salmon dishes for over ten years and is a must-try on any visit to Scotland.
A trip to Scotland means a tour of Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Since the 13th century, the towers of the castle have been a popular tourist attraction. Situated in Edinburgh, at the top of Basalt Rock. The castle is home to the Crown Jewels and the legendary Stone of Destiny. Tourists love to visit the St. Margaret’s Chapel, which is the oldest building in Edinburgh. Hire a car and take a slow drive out to Loch Lomond, Britain’s largest lake, situated northwest of Glasgow. The lake is a wonderful location for all sorts of activities such as boating, fishing for trout, salmon, and whitefish water sports, and plenty of open space for hikers. If you like lakes, you can head up to Loch Ness near Inverness, famous for being the home of the elusive mythical sea monster the Loch Ness Monster, called “Nessie” by the locals.
As a UK citizen, you will not need a visa to visit Scotland. However, you might be asked to produce evidence for your stay, such as a hotel reservation or an itinerary, to prove why you are visiting. You will be allowed to stay for up to six months in Scotland before needing a long-stay visa.
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