Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from Edinburgh to London, easyJet or Ryanair?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Edinburgh to London are easyJet and Ryanair. With an average price for the route of £64 and an overall rating of 6.9, easyJet is the most popular choice. Ryanair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £89 and an overall rating of 6.9.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Edinburgh to London take?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight to London will take on average 1h 10m to travel the 335 miles flying distance from Edinburgh.

Question 3

How many flights are there between Edinburgh and London per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 16 and 36 direct flights that take off from Edinburgh and land in London, with an average flight time of 1h 29m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at London Heathrow Airport. Each week, there are 212 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edinburgh to London was £20 for a one-way ticket and £32 for a return.

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between Edinburgh and London?

Accepted Answer

Edinburgh and London are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are British Airways (117 flights per week), easyJet (71 flights per week), and Ryanair (24 flights per week).

Question 6

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

When flying from Edinburgh to London, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Edinburgh, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

Question 7

Which airports will I be using when flying from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

On your way to London, you’ll fly out from Edinburgh Turnhouse. You’ll be landing in one of London’s 6 airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Southend, or London Stansted.

Question 8

What’s the earliest departure time from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Edinburgh at 05:45 and will be landing in London at 07:25.

Question 9

What’s the latest departure time from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Edinburgh to London jets off at 22:35 and lands at 23:59.

Question 10

Which airlines fly direct between Edinburgh and London?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to London. They are: British Airways, Ryanair and easyJet. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Ryanair at £30 for a return flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Ryanair.

Question 11

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

Air France, KLM, and Virgin Atlantic offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Edinburgh to London flight route.

Question 12

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Edinburgh to London flight route.

Question 13

Which airline alliances offer flights from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Edinburgh and London.

Question 14

On which days can I fly direct from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Edinburgh to London on a daily basis.

Question 15

Can I park my car at London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you are planning to park your car at London Heathrow Airport then you’ll be pleased with the great list of available parking options such as Meet and Greet Parking, Short Stay Parking, Long Term Parking and Valet Parking. There is even a special Business Parking section for busy corporate professionals.

Question 16

How do I get to Wembley Stadium from London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

The easiest way to get to Wembley Stadium which is about 15 kilometres from London Heathrow Airport is by car, taxi or town car which can complete the journey in about 21 minutes while the cheapest option is by bus using the 140 and the 182 lines and the longest is via train/subway.

Question 17

What shopping options are there at London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

In addition to premium retail shops like Harrods and Hugo Boss (North and South Terminals) there are also speciality stores such as Ann Summers and Rolling Luggage, both of which are in the North Terminal so where to shop at London Gatwick depends on which terminal you use for your flight.

Question 18

What restaurants are there at London City Airport?

Accepted Answer

Considering having a bite to eat after your flight from Edinburgh to London? Well, if you fly into London City Airport you can enjoy the fare at either Panopolis or Pret a Manger with their selections of hot and cold food and beverages or, stop by Doughnut Time and sample some hand-dipped doughnuts.

Question 19

What visa requirements are there when flying from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

There are no visa requirements for UK citizens travelling between Edinburgh and London, as both cities are within the UK. However, travellers from other countries should check visa requirements for their specific situation and ensure they have the necessary documents before embarking on their journey.

Question 20

How much luggage am I allowed on these flights?

Accepted Answer

The luggage allowance for flights from Edinburgh to London may vary depending on the airline you are flying with. It's important to check the luggage policy of your airline before you travel. Generally, most airlines allow one piece of cabin luggage and one personal item such as a handbag or laptop bag. Bear in mind, if you're a first-class or business-class ticket holder, your allowance will be higher.

Question 21

What is a quick way to get to the London city centre from London Gatwick?

Accepted Answer

A quick way to get to the London city centre from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is by taking the Gatwick Express train, which runs roughly every 15min and takes approximately 30min to reach London Victoria Station.

Question 22

How do I get from the Edinburgh city centre to the airport?

Accepted Answer

Getting to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) from the city centre is easy and convenient. You can take the Airlink 100 express bus, which departs roughly every 10min from Waverley Bridge in the heart of the city. It takes around 30min to reach the airport.

Question 23

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh to London is January, where tickets cost £68 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £107 and £103 respectively.

Question 24

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Edinburgh to London.

Question 25

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from Edinburgh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 26

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to London with an airline and back to Edinburgh with another airline.

Question 27

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London from Edinburgh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 28

How often are flights from Edinburgh to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Edinburgh and London historically see delays in approximately 16% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 104 minutes.

Question 29

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Edinburgh to London flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, British Airways have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 15% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 30

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Tuesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 31

What is the most punctual flight time for Edinburgh to London flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 32

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Edinburgh and London?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 33

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Edinburgh to London were found on Ryanair (£32) and easyJet (£32).

Question 34

What is the cheapest Edinburgh to London flight route?

Accepted Answer

The absolute cheapest return flight from Edinburgh to London costs £15 on the route between Edinburgh (EDI) and London Stansted Airport (STN). However, over the past month, flights between Edinburgh (EDI) and London Southend Airport (SEN) were, on average, 78% cheaper than other Edinburgh-London routes. The most popular route is between Edinburgh (EDI) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Question 35

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Edinburgh to London, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Question 36

How much is a return flight from Edinburgh to London?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to London from Edinburgh usually cost between £37 and £88 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £32 on Ryanair (6 Nov–27 Nov).

Question 37

What are the most popular airlines flying to London?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to London is British Airways, followed by easyJet and Ryanair.

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