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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs37,697. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Edinburgh.Rs22,061 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,061, select.

Edinburgh.Rs22,061 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,061, select.

Edinburgh.Rs22,061 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,061, select.

Edinburgh.Rs22,061 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,061, select.

Edinburgh.Rs22,284 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,284, select.

Edinburgh.Rs22,433 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,433, select.

Edinburgh.Rs22,487 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,487, select.

Edinburgh.Rs22,804 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,804, select.

Edinburgh.Rs23,106 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,106, select.

Edinburgh.Rs23,398 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,398, select.

Edinburgh.Rs23,643 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 May.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,643, select.

Edinburgh.Rs33,053 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs33,053, select.

Edinburgh.Rs33,627 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs33,627, select.

Edinburgh.Rs46,402 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 9 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs46,402, select.

Edinburgh.Rs103,161 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs103,161, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Edinburgh

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Direct flights from London Heathrow to Edinburgh

London Heathrow to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

London to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs22,061
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	1 hr, 26 mins
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	675

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

How much are return flights from London Heathrow to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Edinburgh is Rs37,653. 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 London Heathrow to Edinburgh?

1 hour and 26 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Edinburgh.

Which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Edinburgh?

Qatar Airways, British Airways and American Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Edinburgh.

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

As of July 2026, there are 729 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Edinburgh.

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

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Edinburgh is usually September.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 26 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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

Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
London and Edinburgh are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from LHR to EDI start at 06:05 — the earliest with British Airways. The last departure is at 22:00 with British Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 71 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
British Airways has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is British Airways.
With 78.42% of its services arriving as planned, British Airways is the most punctual carrier operating LHR to EDI flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LHR and EDI include:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Dublin Airport
- Brussels International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Rs22,061 is the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs37,653. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to EDI, book your trip eight months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to EDI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LHR:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Pick up a Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to visit Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC then.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

Edinburgh has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.