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Cheapest return flight
£77
Typical prices: £120-£236
Ryanair
Fri 12/10Fri 19/10
EMA - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£39
Typical prices: £51-£71
Ryanair
Sat 13/10
EMA - EDI • 1 stop
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 37% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Dublin (DUB)
Cheapest • Avg £143 (return)
Belfast City (BHD)
Shortest trip • 5h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh (EMA-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nottingham to Edinburgh

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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12:50 - 21:00EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 10m1 stop Dublin
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07:55 - 15:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
7h 30m1 stop Dublin
£77Ryanair
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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18:40 - 07:30EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 50m1 stop Dublin
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17:25 - 21:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
3h 50m1 stop Dublin
£85Ryanair
Fri, 9 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
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09:20 - 17:10EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 50m1 stop Knock Intl
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08:00 - 13:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
5h 50m1 stop Belfast Intl
£88Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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12:50 - 21:00EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 10m1 stop Dublin
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18:25 - 07:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
13h 20m1 stop Belfast Intl
£88Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
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22:20 - 07:20EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 00m1 stop Dublin
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18:30 - 10:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
15h 35m1 stop Faro
£88Ryanair
Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
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11:10 - 15:20EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
4h 10m1 stop Knock Intl
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08:00 - 13:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
5h 50m1 stop Belfast Intl
£88Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct
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05:45 - 15:40EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 55m1 stop Dublin
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22:25 - 07:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
9h 20m1 stop Belfast Intl
£89Multiple Airlines
Sat, 3 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
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11:10 - 15:20EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
4h 10m1 stop Knock Intl
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23:55 - 21:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
21h 20m1 stop Dublin
£91Ryanair
Wed, 7 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
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05:45 - 15:40EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 55m1 stop Dublin
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23:55 - 16:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
16h 05m1 stop Dublin
£91Ryanair
Tue, 20 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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14:35 - 21:35EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 00m1 stop Dublin
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07:45 - 12:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
4h 15m1 stop Dublin
£93Ryanair
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nottingham to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

Return flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh start at £77. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £120 to £236. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £77 on Ryanair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nottingham to Edinburgh and is 21% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 70% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Nottingham to Edinburgh at £103 return.
•August (£278) and March (£236) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 170% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Nottingham to Edinburgh flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£39
Best time to beat the crowds (37% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)
Flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nottingham to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Nottingham to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

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

  • How long is a flight from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Nottingham to Edinburgh. Flights with 1 stopover take between 5h 53m and 12h 09m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Nottingham to Edinburgh flight?

    Return flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh range from £120 to £236, with an average of £163 over the past 12 months. Anything below £120 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Nottingham to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nottingham to Edinburgh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £77, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh usually depart from Nottingham East Midlands (EMA) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh pass through?

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

    • Dublin (DUB) – 62% of one-stop connections
    • Belfast City (BHD) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Arrecife Lanzarote (ACE) – 2% of one-stop connections

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

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Nottingham to Edinburgh route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £130 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £278, a difference of £148. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

    Flying via Belfast City (BHD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 53m, compared to 6h 10m via Dublin (DUB) and 12h 09m via Arrecife Lanzarote (ACE).

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    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.

Your guide to booking Nottingham to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £130 – about £148 less than Friday (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nottingham to Edinburgh trip for April. Fares historically average £103 return in that month – typically £175 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.
    - Moxy Edinburgh Airport
    - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport

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