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Cheapest return fare
£91
Typical prices: £207-£277
easyJet
Wed 14/4Sat 17/4
SOU - EDI • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£41
Typical prices: £89-£156
easyJet
Fri 9/4
SOU - EDI • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Loganair. Average duration is 1h 45m
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Cheapest • Avg £124 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 40m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 9% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Southampton to Edinburgh (SOU-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Southampton to Edinburgh

Wed, 14 Apr - Sat, 17 Apr
easyJet Logo
14:50 - 16:15SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 25mdirect
easyJet Logo
06:35 - 07:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
1h 20mdirect
£91easyJet
Fri, 9 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr
easyJet Logo
12:50 - 14:15SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 25mdirect
easyJet Logo
13:00 - 14:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
1h 20mdirect
£91easyJet
Fri, 9 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 - 18:20SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 00m1 stop Belfast Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 14:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
1h 20mdirect
£116Multiple Airlines
Fri, 5 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
easyJet Logo
18:35 - 22:05SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
3h 30m1 stop Belfast Intl
easyJet Logo
19:30 - 10:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
15h 05m1 stop Belfast Intl
£130easyJet
Mon, 23 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:40 - 07:55SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 15m1 stop Belfast City
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 11:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
4h 25m1 stop Dublin
£149Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:40 - 07:55SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 15m1 stop Belfast City
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 08:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
13h 05m1 stop Dublin
£150Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Loganair Logo
21:00 - 22:45SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 45mdirect
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06:30 - 08:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
1h 50mdirect
£191Loganair
Sat, 13 Mar - Thu, 18 Mar
Loganair Logo
10:15 - 12:00SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 45mdirect
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06:30 - 08:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
1h 50mdirect
£208Loganair
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
British Airways Logo
09:00 - 10:45SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 45mdirect
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06:30 - 08:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
1h 50mdirect
£265British Airways
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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19:45 - 21:30SOU  Southampton Eastleigh-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 45mdirect
British Airways Logo
17:15 - 19:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SOU Southampton Eastleigh
1h 50mdirect
£271British Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Southampton to Edinburgh flights

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

How much is a return flight from Southampton to Edinburgh?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Edinburgh from Southampton usually cost between £249 and £319 in April.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £91 on easyJet (9 Apr–14 Apr).

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

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

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

The cheapest month for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh is August, where tickets cost £227 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £307 and £277 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Southampton to Edinburgh?

No, with an average price for the route of £246, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Southampton to Edinburgh, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Southampton to Edinburgh

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Tara Craig

Tara Craig

Expert on Loganair

Tara Craig has been a journalist for 17 years, focusing on aviation for more than a decade. She has covered everything from how airports accommodate disabled passengers to the emergence of electric air taxis. Tara is constantly travelling and finds it hard to stop noticing things – good and bad – about the air travel experience.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Southampton to Edinburgh

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£41
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

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FAQs for booking flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

  • How can I get from Edinburgh Airport to the city centre?

    It’s easy to travel from the airport to the city centre, with there being several options available. Take the tram, which takes around 30 minutes in total and departs regularly between the early morning and late evening. Alternatively, you can drive there in a similar time, via the A8 towards Edinburgh. You can also get the Airlink 100 bus, which takes in the region of 40 minutes.

  • Which hotels are at Southampton Airport?

    If you’ve got an early flight to catch, you can stay at hotels near Southampton Airport, so you’re not in a rush before your flight. Ellington Lodge at The Concorde is one such hotel, which is about a 3 minute drive from the terminal building.

  • What special assistance is available at Edinburgh Airport?

    When landing at Edinburgh Airport, you’ll be pleased to know that special assistance is available for anyone requiring it. If you request a lanyard, the staff at the airport will recognise you need additional help. Staff can help you from the plane through to the arrivals lounge, including assisting you with baggage claim. If you have a hearing impairment, you can use SignLive, which provides on-demand video remote interpreting at the airport.

  • When I arrive at Edinburgh Airport, can I fast track through passport control?

    You can speed up your journey through passport control by using the fastTRACK service. This is available to passengers that are 18 years of age and older. Upon arrival, just hop into the fastTRACK lane; the rest is easy.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Southampton to Edinburgh?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Southampton to Edinburgh was £41 for a one-way ticket and £91 for a return.

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

    Southampton airport is called Southampton Eastleigh and the only airport in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Turnhouse.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Southampton to Edinburgh?

    The ATR 72-201 / 202 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Southampton to Edinburgh flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Southampton to Edinburgh?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Southampton to Edinburgh?

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh, Loganair or easyJet?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh are Loganair and easyJet. With an average price for the route of £244 and an overall rating of 7.7, Loganair is the most popular choice. easyJet is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £121 and an overall rating of 6.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Southampton 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 Southampton to Edinburgh.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Southampton 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 Southampton with another airline.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Southampton to Edinburgh? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £106 or less one-way and £221 or less round-trip.
  • Put your feet up before you fly, at The Spitfire Lounge in Southampton Airport (SOU). At the lounge, where you can enjoy benefits such as a range of food and drinks, quiet spaces and free wi-fi.
  • From Edinburgh Airport (EDI), it’s easy to travel to nearby cities. You can get to Livingston, Falkirk or Dunfermline in about 25 minutes by car, meaning the airport provides you with great access to other parts of the country as well as the city centre.
  • Southampton Airport is very easy to reach from the centre of the city, with South Western Railway completing the journey in about 7 minutes. If you’re driving, it takes a little bit longer at around 13 minutes, via the A335.
  • If you’re travelling with a mobility issue, you can request assistance at Southampton Airport before your departure. It is suggested you call the airline that you’re flying with at least 48 hours before you depart, so they can ensure a member of staff is on hand to help upon your arrival.
  • If you’re in a hurry, you can opt for the fast-track service at Southampton Airport security. You’ll need to purchase your fast-track ticket before you get to the airport, for a fee of around £4; this will let you pass through security in around 5 minutes.
  • If you are travelling with your baby at Southampton Airport, you can make use of the baby-care rooms, which can be found on the main concourse.

Prefer to fly direct from Southampton to Edinburgh?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Southampton Eastleigh Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Southampton Eastleigh to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

Loganair

Loganair

Tuesday

Loganair

Loganair

Wednesday

Loganair

Loganair

Thursday

Loganair

Loganair

Friday

Loganair

Loganair

Saturday

Loganair

Loganair

Sunday

Loganair

Loganair

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Direct returns

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Southampton Eastleigh

Monday

Loganair

Loganair

Tuesday

Loganair

Loganair

Wednesday

Loganair

Loganair

Thursday

Loganair

Loganair

Friday

Loganair

Loganair

Saturday

Loganair

Loganair

Sunday

Loganair

Loganair

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