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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Birmingham to Edinburgh:

• Earliest: departs at 06:20 and lands at 07:27
• Latest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 23:07.

The flight takes about 1h 07m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh.

A direct flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh takes 1h 07m, covering 250 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Return flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh range from £61 to £112, with an average of £81 over the past 12 months. Anything below £61 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 25% above the route average of £81. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £81 return, compared with £96 via a stopover through Belfast Intl (BFS).

easyJet is the only airline operating Birmingham to Edinburgh flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £20–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet and Air France. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Birmingham to Edinburgh flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Birmingham and Edinburgh is around £53 return, with a flight time of about 1h 10m. Recent return bus fares are around £37 return, with a trip time of about 9h 35m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 30% lower. However, the bus takes about 8+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Birmingham to Edinburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £23, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £6 for economy cars. Top options include:
• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• Budget

Flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh usually depart from Birmingham (BHX) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Birmingham to Edinburgh route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 44 minutes.

One-stop flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

• Dublin (DUB) – 56% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Belfast City (BHD) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Belfast Intl (BFS) – 6% of one-stop connections

Dublin (DUB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Birmingham to Edinburgh route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £69 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £99, a difference of £29. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only easyJet operates flights between Birmingham and Edinburgh.

Flying via Belfast City (BHD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 44m, compared to 4h 35m via Dublin (DUB) and 5h 04m via Belfast Intl (BFS).

Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Edinburgh Castle, and Usher Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Birmingham to Edinburgh flights:

• easyJet: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

There are no hotels in the airport itself, but DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh Airport and Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport are a couple within an easy walk of the terminal building if you’re looking for close accommodation for the night. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport, an IHG Hotel, is an option less than two miles away with 24h airport shuttle service available for a surcharge.

Yes. The Prayer Room at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is located on Ground Floor Landside near International Arrivals 1 (Costa Coffee) and is a multi-faith facility that is open to all passengers requiring a space to observe religious obligations or a quiet place to reflect and meditate.

Yes, it does. The car hire centre at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is accessed via a sheltered walkway from the terminal building in the direction of the multi-storey car park. Many of the well-established providers can be found there, including Hertz, Europcar, and SIXT, who can get you a motor with or without a reservation.

Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, sits on the country’s east coast, off the North Sea. From this location, you have access to Scottish and English cities like Glasgow 47 miles to the west, Dundee 56 miles north, and Newcastle upon Tyne 120 miles south of Edinburgh city centre.

Birmingham Airport provides a range of services for persons with disabilities travelling to Edinburgh. These include accessible parking, wheelchair assistance, accessible restrooms and specialised services such as priority boarding and dedicated security lanes, ensuring a comfortable and inclusive travel experience.

Passengers travelling from Birmingham to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport have convenient public transport options available. The Airlink 100 bus service connects the airport with the city centre, offering a direct and affordable transportation option. Additionally, taxis and private car hire services are readily accessible for a more personalised journey.

Ryanair flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh offer Wi-Fi connectivity to passengers. With in-flight Wi-Fi, travellers can stay connected, browse the internet and stay productive during their journey to Edinburgh. It's also recommended that passengers check before their flight if the Wi-Fi access is at an additional cost or included.

There are a few steps you can take to lower your carbon emissions when flying from Birmingham to Edinburgh. Firstly, choose airlines that prioritise sustainability and invest in carbon offset programs like easyJet. You can also pack light to reduce the aircraft's weight, thereby decreasing fuel consumption.