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£46 Find Cheap Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from London to Edinburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from London to Edinburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£84
Overall average: £101
British Airways
Sat 7/2Fri 13/2
LHR - EDI • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£46
Typical prices: £52-£109
British Airways
Thu 12/3
LHR - EDI • Direct
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Heathrow's Fast Track security saves time on busy days.
British Airways' overhead bins are small; pack accordingly.
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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

Sat, 7 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb
British Airways Logo
15:30 - 17:00
LHR
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EDI
1h 30mdirect
British Airways Logo
06:05 - 07:45
EDI
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LHR
1h 40mdirect
£84British Airways
Thu, 5 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
British Airways Logo
17:05 - 18:35
LHR
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EDI
1h 30mdirect
British Airways Logo
06:20 - 08:00
EDI
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LHR
1h 40mdirect
£87British Airways
Fri, 6 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
British Airways Logo
21:05 - 22:30
LHR
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EDI
1h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
06:20 - 08:00
EDI
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LHR
1h 40mdirect
£87British Airways
Tue, 26 May - Fri, 5 Jun
British Airways Logo
19:05 - 20:25
LHR
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EDI
1h 20mdirect
British Airways Logo
20:15 - 21:35
EDI
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LHR
1h 20mdirect
£88British Airways
Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
British Airways Logo
06:25 - 07:50
LHR
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EDI
1h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
06:05 - 07:45
EDI
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LHR
1h 40mdirect
£90British Airways
Sat, 28 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 20:20
LHR
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EDI
1h 25mdirect
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15:15 - 16:45
EDI
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LHR
1h 30mdirect
£90British Airways
Sat, 28 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
British Airways Logo
15:30 - 17:00
LHR
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EDI
1h 30mdirect
British Airways Logo
15:15 - 16:45
EDI
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LHR
1h 30mdirect
£91British Airways
Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
British Airways Logo
06:25 - 07:50
LHR
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EDI
1h 25mdirect
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06:05 - 07:45
EDI
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LHR
1h 40mdirect
£92British Airways
Wed, 24 Jun - Thu, 2 Jul
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20:10 - 21:30
LHR
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EDI
1h 20mdirect
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21:10 - 22:30
EDI
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LHR
1h 20mdirect
£93British Airways
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb
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06:05 - 07:30
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1h 25mdirect
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19:30 - 20:55
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1h 25mdirect
£93British Airways
Booking Insights

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.

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Planning a trip from Heathrow to Edinburgh? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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 Tuesday and avoid Wednesdays 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 February, where tickets cost £101 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £138 and £136 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 45% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Heathrow to Edinburgh

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Heathrow offers Fast Track security with advance booking. Ideal for busy travel days like Fridays and weekends to avoid long lines.

EDI

Use the Airlink 100 bus for a budget-friendly trip to Edinburgh city centre. It departs every 10 minutes and takes about 30 minutes.

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

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight£46
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 £46 for a one-way ticket and £84 for a return.

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

    Only KLM 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 £56 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 £126 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 £87 or less one-way and £105 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.
Find which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London Heathrow to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

British Airways

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Tuesday

British Airways

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Wednesday

British Airways

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Thursday

British Airways

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Friday

British Airways

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Saturday

British Airways

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Edinburgh Turnhouse to London Heathrow

Monday

British Airways

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Tuesday

British Airways

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Wednesday

British Airways

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Thursday

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Friday

British Airways

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Saturday

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Sunday

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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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Heathrow to Edinburgh? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.9
easyJetOverall score based on 1854 reviews
6.7Comfort
5.9Food
6.7Boarding
7.6Crew
5.5Entertainment
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Queuing for quite a while despite using the "speedy boarding".

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2025
NCE - LGW
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Queuing for quite a while despite using the "speedy boarding".

Would not advise EasyJet for a 5 hour flight…small plane and hence a lot of turbulence. No inflight entertainment so struggle to pass time in cramped seats. We also fell victim to extra charge for our cabin bags, although bag dimensions were ok, but the handle was rigid and slightly fell outside their testing cage!!….never again will we fly with this airline and be party to their scams for making money!

The food and so are to expensive and old . Crew whas not very friendly . Apparently some other passenger can just Push through the waiting people to board while almost punching me and a father with a child down the stairs. Its always something with easy jet . The seats of row 26 where lose . And for a guy of my size there is absolutely no leg room at all .

Nice to fly out of Orly smaller easier to navigate airport. Being able to receive boarding pass well in advance of trip was comforting to know all travel was in order.

Liked. The check-in was pretty quick as they had 5 desks working.

Generally a good experience except for boarding in Naples on the flight back to London. We were all standing around for at least 20 minutes maybe longer as there was no seating.

Seats, WC,sizes for today's generation adults, and if technical problems arise a complimentary coffee, water nice for waiting one hours, the rest is perfect (pilot and cabin crew)

Boarding was smooth and quick. Flight departed on time. Equally evacuation upon landing was from both the front door and the back doors. Bags were on the conveyor belts before I got there. Excellent service.

The terminals are far away, be prepared to walk. Also, You climb stairs to the plane since there are no aero bridges. Boarding was haphazard not in multiple groups, so stand in line early. Hard to find place to stow cabin baggage if you are behind in the line. You can purchase food on the plane. There are vegetarian options.

First -the flight was late - more than two hours Second, not even a bottle of water at bord to give for free for this inconvenience. Three-at landing ive realised that I've lost one of my ear plug headphones and been very desperate to find it with my torch, the crew not helped at all more than that they asked to leave the plane as everyone did before me. This was the last flight from that day- extra 5 min for me with a bit of help from crew - would have bring a super review. I guess this days humanity disappeared!

The business class seating arrangement for LHR to MAA was very uncomfortable. The movie options were terrible.

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

Very bad. Business class money is paid but service is worst than economy with empty middle seat. Very low grade food, very poor toilet. This should be highlighted as worst business class in the world. Government of Jordan should ban British airways for misleading information.

Even in business class, no 2 members of our family including kids were able to sit together. I booked the tickets months in advance. The all my luggage was left in London and arrived 2 days later. It took hours to report the missing luggage at the airport and 3-4 hours to recover one of the bags from the airport with mind bending amount of paperwork. Worst experience ever, I would seriously reconsider traveling by British Airways again.

Crew attentiveness and service as well as the quality of on board dining could be better. Seats and controls are very dated.

My seat cushion was poor. The cushion was compressed and was uncomfortable for such a long flight.

People were nice. Seats are so cramped my knees had to be pressed into the seat in front of me.

Overall, the food and entertainment were great. The staff were amazing, polite and professional. They did not have WiFi on board on this leg but that was okay. There was a delay in boarding from London and landing at Mumbai airport but the pilot communicate DC the reason for the delayed landing. They even sent us an apology afterwards for the delayed landing.

I was in a bulkhead seat and my tray table wasn't level. Eating was difficult.

Nice lounge but had a 5 hour layover which is a lot

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