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Flight deals from Edinburgh to London Stansted

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs11,634. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

London.Rs5,617 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs5,617, select.

London.Rs5,817 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs5,817, select.

London.Rs6,345 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs6,345, select.

London.Rs6,701 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs6,701, select.

London.Rs6,701 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs6,701, select.

London.Rs6,711 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs6,711, select.

London.Rs9,328 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs9,328, select.

London.Rs9,328 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs9,328, select.

London.Rs9,331 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs9,331, select.

London.Rs10,785 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 26 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs10,785, select.

London.Rs10,810 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs10,810, select.

London.Rs10,813 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 18 Jun, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs10,813, select.

London.Rs11,173 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 12 Jul, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,173, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London Stansted

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

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Direct flights from Edinburgh to London Stansted

Edinburgh to London Stansted: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Stansted.

Edinburgh to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs5,617
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	1 hr, 24 mins
Most popular airline	easyJet
Average flights per week	42

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to London Stansted: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Edinburgh to London Stansted?

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to London Stansted is Rs11,599. 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 Stansted?

1 hour and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to London Stansted.

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to London Stansted?

easyJet, Ryanair UK Ltd. and Ryanair fly direct from Edinburgh to London Stansted.

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

As of July 2026, there are 42 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to London Stansted.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London Stansted is usually July.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport on Tuesday, 28 July 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 24 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to London Stansted?

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 Stansted 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.

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

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Stansted.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Edinburgh and London are in the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from EDI to STN start at 05:45 — the first with Ryanair UK. The last service of the day is at 22:35 with Ryanair UK. In total, you can choose from 38 weekly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your EDI to STN flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Jetting into London (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is a snap with Ryanair UK Ltd. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport.
Ryanair UK Ltd is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates EDI to STN flights is easyJet. Its services land as planned 76.85% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between EDI and STN include:
- Dublin Airport
- Belfast International Airport
- Eindhoven Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Rs5,617 is the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs11,599. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EDI to STN.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EDI to STN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

73% of flights that depart Edinburgh Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at London Stansted Airport (STN)

Book a hotel near STN if you have a late Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a London Stansted Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from London Stansted Airport around four weeks before your departure date.

When to fly to London Stansted Airport (STN)

The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport for July if you'd like to explore London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from EDI to STN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.