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£44 Find Cheap Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£78
Typical prices: £124-£215
British Airways
Thu 27/8Tue 1/9
LHR - EDI • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£44
Typical prices: £105-£186
British Airways
Tue 25/8
LHR - EDI • Direct
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On British Airways, a photo ID is enough for this domestic Heathrow-Edinburgh flight.
British Airways hand baggage may be gate-checked; pack valuables and batteries separately.
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh (LHR-EDI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Heathrow to Edinburgh

Thu, 27 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
British Airways Logo
06:15 - 07:40
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EDI
1h 25mdirect
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21:15 - 22:35
EDI
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LHR
1h 20mdirect
£78British Airways
Tue, 21 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
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20:55 - 22:10
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EDI
1h 15mdirect
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05:50 - 07:25
EDI
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LHR
1h 35mdirect
£82British Airways
Sat, 29 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
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21:50 - 23:05
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EDI
1h 15mdirect
British Airways Logo
05:50 - 07:25
EDI
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LHR
1h 35mdirect
£86British Airways
Mon, 21 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
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20:35 - 21:55
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EDI
1h 20mdirect
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19:30 - 20:50
EDI
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LHR
1h 20mdirect
£86British Airways
Sun, 16 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
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21:45 - 23:00
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1h 15mdirect
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19:30 - 20:50
EDI
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LHR
1h 20mdirect
£93British Airways
Mon, 10 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug
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21:35 - 22:50
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1h 15mdirect
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05:50 - 07:25
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1h 35mdirect
£95British Airways
Thu, 20 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug
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06:15 - 07:40
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EDI
1h 25mdirect
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21:10 - 22:30
EDI
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1h 20mdirect
£96British Airways
Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
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20:55 - 22:10
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1h 15mdirect
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21:15 - 22:35
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1h 20mdirect
£97British Airways
Mon, 10 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
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21:35 - 22:50
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1h 15mdirect
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20:30 - 21:50
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1h 20mdirect
£100British Airways
Sat, 21 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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06:05 - 07:30
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£101British Airways
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Heathrow to Edinburgh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh departing in August.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is January, where tickets cost £123 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £173 and £165 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Heathrow to Edinburgh

 
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Good to know - Cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight£44
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh

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Flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Heathrow to Edinburgh 
SadiqFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EDI
Sept 2024
Domestic flights only need a valid photo id like drivers license (I carried my passport anyway but wish I'd just left it in the safety of home).
GaryFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EDI
Aug 2024
The overhead luggage bins are very small so they required us to check our hand carry luggage. I had to take my rechargable batteries out of my bag and put them in my rucksack. It would be a good idea to pack you hand carry luggage assuming you might need to check it in at the gate.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EDI
Apr 2024
Research the airline baggage allowance and hidden fees. Allow a few extra minutes when checking baggage as attendants don’t check the bags for you. Customers check their own bags at a kiosk.

FAQs for booking London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh flights

  • What are my public transport options to Heathrow Airport?

    The London Underground quite conveniently connects to each one of Heathrow’s terminals. The Heathrow Express and Heathrow Connect trains will take 15min and 30min respectively from Paddington Station, if you're in a hurry. London buses and National Express coaches are other valid options.

  • What can I find in the airport lounges?

    Both airports have lounges available, no matter what airline or class you are flying with. You can pay per use, buy passes, or sign up for a membership programme. They feature complimentary snacks and drinks, comfortable space and seating, and showers in some. Be Relax Spa and Lounge in Heathrow even features massages and manicures.

  • Are there on-site hotels at Edinburgh Airport?

    Unfortunately, there are no hotels within the airport itself at Edinburgh. However, the Hampton by Hilton Hotel is a few minutes’ walk from the terminal, and the Doubletree by Hilton has a free 2min shuttle from the terminal.

  • What are my public transportation options from Edinburgh Airport?

    Tram and bus services connect the airport directly to the city centre. Trams take 30min to reach the furthest stop at York Place, and connect with trains at the Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh Park Station, and Haymarket stops. A direct bus to the city centre takes around the same time, while other bus services have direct links to Glasgow, Dundee, Stirling, Fife, and Newcastle. Combined tram and train tickets are also available at the vending machines at Domestic Arrivals, in rail stations, and online from service providers.

  • What family services are available at the airports?

    Most toilets in both Heathrow and Edinburgh have baby changing facilities. In addition, Edinburgh has a family washroom at Gate 21. Both airports feature children’s play areas, located at Gate 2 and Gate 21 in Edinburgh, and in the departure lounges of Terminals 2A, 3, 4 and 5a at Heathrow.

  • Do I need a visa to fly from London Heathrow to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

    You don’t need a visa or a passport to fly between London Heathrow and Edinburgh Airport as both airports are located within the UK. However, you will need to show a valid form of ID when you board, so taking your passport with you is a good idea.

  • How can I cut my C02 output on Heathrow to Edinburgh flights?

    One of the best ways to lower your carbon emissions on this flight route is to fly from LHR with British Airways. British Airways flights on this route are direct, depart from Terminal 5, and produce around 80% less carbon than flights with other airlines. Flying to EDI with British Airways can also significantly reduce your travel costs.

  • Are there any on-site hotels at London Heathrow?

    If you’re booked on an early flight to EDI, you can stay at one of Heathrow’s on-site hotels. Passengers travelling from Terminal 5 can consider staying at the Sofitel, which is a 5-minute walk from the airport and connected by a covered walkway. LHR also has a Hilton Hotel located at Terminal 4 and has a host of other hotel options just a short bus ride away.

  • Are there any facilities for business travellers at London Heathrow?

    If you’re travelling from LHR to EDI for work, you can take advantage of the business rooms that are located throughout the passenger lounges at Heathrow. These business lounge areas have workstations, where you can catch up on some work or answer any last-minute emails, and have private rooms where you can talk on the phone or hold small meetings.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh was £44 for a one-way ticket and £78 for a return.

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

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Edinburgh, easyJet or British Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Edinburgh are easyJet and British Airways. With an average price for the route of £72 and an overall rating of 6.9, easyJet is the most popular choice. British Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £143 and an overall rating of 6.7.

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

    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 London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

    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 Edinburgh with an airline and back to London Heathrow Airport with another airline.

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

    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 Edinburgh from London Heathrow Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £148 or less one-way and £124 or less round-trip.
  • Arrive at Heathrow Airport (LHR) with time to spare – it may take a while to find and move to the right terminal, and border control wait times can take from 45min to 2h. You can pre-book fast-track security access at least 24h before your flight for around £12.50.
  • Turnhouse Airport, also known as Edinburgh Airport (EDI), is located 5.8 miles west of Edinburgh city centre, 5min from the M9, and 25min from the city centre by car. The car hire centre can be found by taking the covered walkway next to the multi-storey car park.
  • If you want to drive to the airport, daily parking at Official Heathrow Parking costs around £29 for the long-stay car park. However, the car park is a 5–7min journey from the terminals by free shuttle bus. If you want to be within walking distance of the terminals, the daily rate for the closer short-stay car park starts at around £61. There are also external parking providers that may offer better value, starting from around £6.
  • If you enjoy planespotting, you can find binoculars and a 270-degree view of the Southern Runway at Heathrow’s Gate 15 and 16 in Terminal 4.
  • If you have kids (or you're just a child at heart), Edinburgh Airport’s mascot in a suit, Edi, can be found out and about the terminal, ready for a high five.
  • If you want to spend a few moments in prayer or spiritual practise before your flight from London Heathrow (LHR), you will find quiet multi-faith rooms located inside departures at all LHR terminals.
  • Passengers who want to avoid long queues can pay to fast-track security at LHR. Fast-track options can be booked in advance and cost around £5 per person.

Prefer to fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from London Heathrow to Edinburgh Turnhouse.
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Edinburgh Turnhouse to London Heathrow

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Heathrow to Edinburgh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Edinburgh. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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6.9
easyJetOverall score based on 1912 reviews
6.8Comfort
5.5Entertainment
5.9Food
7.7Crew
6.7Boarding
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There was no useful information given regarding the flight back to the UK from Tenerife. This despite the week publicised problems around the EES system and the delays caused to boarding. This aspect of the customer experience could have been much better.

8.0 ExcellentSimon, Jun 2026
LGW - TFS
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There was no useful information given regarding the flight back to the UK from Tenerife. This despite the week publicised problems around the EES system and the delays caused to boarding. This aspect of the customer experience could have been much better.

Fast boarding, smooth takeoff and landing. plenty of space in seats. Excellent air-conditioning on a hot day. Perfect experience

It was transportation nothing more. I will give a positive rating over Ryanair. We missed our Ryanair flight the night before and received rude and unconcerned treatment from the Ryanair customer service. It was late. We were very tired and stressed after doing our best to get to the airport. The so called customer service ladies were completely unconcerned from the start. Aside from that, the flight to London seemed to be their opportunity for advertising. No time to relax as attendants were constantly in the aisle selling. I will never fly Ryanair again!!

We accidentally purchased twice the bags we needed. Our fault, but the ticket was not clear to us, and it asked us to purchase bags at checkin. When we notified them to get credit back at the airport, they said to contact customer service. We flew the flight and then contracted customer service. They said no credits after the flight has flown. Not customer service oriented at all. They know we didn’t check that many bags and kept our money for a service they did not provide. Be aware and very careful of what you are purchasing from them because they will not make it right if there is an error.

Be sure to check bags for 23 kg,.(50 lbs) Coming from US I chose the wrong size luggage weight when I checked in on my phone, and had to pay more when I dropped it off

The on board air steward really made the journey. He was very entertaining

The trip itself was good. I have given only good as rating, because my first flight has been cancelled by a different airline and that caused disruption in my trip. I spent over ten hours in Luton airport and that caused me high tiredness, sickness, because of the very early initial trip. easyJet staff has been professional and friendly.

Speedy boarding is a waste of money when they herd you on to a bus and take you to the plane and it turns in to a free for all …very unsatisfactory

3 hours delayed Don’t understand why when you have paid for ‘speedy boarding’ they call you forward to then make you stand fir another 20 minutes in a confined space before boarding the plane.

Delayed and ketone runway. Was told some nonsense about thunderstorms slowing down flights. Why not just come out and tell customers NATO and BRITISH FORCES were doing defence exercises and were in control of AIR SPACE.

Cramped seating but standard in all smaller aircrafts today no matter what airlines. Crew very helpful, friendly & attentive so makes up for that.

I like everything about British Airways. Excellence. Perfect. Exquisite service.

Ohooo it's fantastic 👏 I love it 😀 😍 ❤️ it's on time ⏲️

First time on BA but will fly with them from now on! Everything about the flight was superb!!!

Only for BA because we had to get to Edinburgh at a certain time. Baggage lost, late boarding with only one person checking, again, our passports and boarding passes until the despatch controller had to step in to get us away. Will never fly BA again.

Maybe a cultural thing but our "business class" seats were basic economy seats with the center seat blocked. I had to put 1 leg in the aisle and 1 under the middle seat footwell. I did not want the lunch and instead asked for some snack items. 10 minutes before landing and after asking again I was presented with 2 of the 3 items and a card reader. Apparently biz class does not entitle you to snacks instead of a meal. I declined. Boarding was a mess. Much standing in line because the various stages of the process were not coordinated. Checkin was chaotic and took a long time. Overall a fail, but we did get to Edinburgh. After doing a go around because we were too fast on final approach. Not impressed. Well, not favorably...

Flight was delayed. Thankfully I wasn't in a rush. The airport experience (shops, amenities, ample restaurants, coffee shops, seats with charging) was very good) was very good as was the boarding which was orderly and organised. The flight was short so whilst there was no entertainment I thought that was ok especially in the age of smart phones and kindles. It would have been nice to have usbc charging supported at my seat but again it was a short flight so no drama. Overall a positive experience flying from London to Edinburgh with BA.

No entertainment system, but it is a short flight so that is not a big deal.

Check in process was unfamiliar. While receiving assistance the employees supervisor berated him for not walking the area. Lucky for us, he ignored her and helped us check in. Did not know about the baggage fees with economy basic and spent 450 GBP (nearly$600) just on bags for a total of less than 2 hours flying time (50 minutes one way) on a round trip lasting less than 3 days. Customers check their own bags at kiosk and place on conveyor themselves. No reason for such an high cost of checking bags when customers do half the work. Some destinations it’s unavoidable, but will definitely seek other airlines before British Airways for future travel. Astronomically high price for bags. Our first experience flying British Airways and very, very disappointed. Completely overpriced for the services we received.

Having traveled from Canada through Seattle -London-Edinburgh with only carry on ( to keep trip uncomplicated ) We had to check our hand luggage at the gate as flight was full This was really annoying since due to their late flight in from Seattle we’d missed our orginal flight to Edinburgh and had been put on a flight four hours later We had no checked luggage with no need to go to the baggage carousel Very annoying

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