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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh from $118

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — EDI
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Tue 23/1207:45LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 1/106:50EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11$181
Sat 20/1206:05LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 31/1217:55EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11$191
Sat 20/1206:05LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 21/1206:20EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11$192
Sat 13/1220:00LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 14/1206:20EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11$201
Thu 27/1116:05LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 31/1218:55EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/11$212
Sat 13/1220:00LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 19/1207:25EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11$221
Sat 13/1218:55LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 18/1206:05EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/11$223
Tue 9/1206:25LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 15/1208:35EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/11$232
Mon 22/1207:40LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 4/106:20EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11$235
Wed 3/1206:25LHR - EDI
Nonstop1h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 12/1206:05EDI - LHR
Nonstop1h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/11$241

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$171

One-way from

$118

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$268

Good one-way deal

$160 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 5/1-23/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • London to Edinburgh
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 23/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • London to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Heathrow to Edinburgh Turnhouse.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Edinburgh

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Mon 5/1

06:10-07:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/1

06:50-08:30

Nonstop1h 40m

$171

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Sat 21/2

06:05-07:30

Nonstop1h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 22/2

06:20-08:00

Nonstop1h 40m

$183

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Thu 15/1

15:35-17:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 18/1

20:20-21:45

Nonstop1h 25m

$184

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Sat 20/12

06:05-07:30

Nonstop1h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 21/12

06:20-08:00

Nonstop1h 40m

$192

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Thu 14/5

06:15-07:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/5

21:15-22:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$197

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Fri 9/1

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/1

06:05-07:45

Nonstop1h 40m

$201

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Thu 26/2

06:20-07:45

Nonstop1h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

07:25-09:05

Nonstop1h 40m

$204

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Sat 10/1

06:05-07:30

Nonstop1h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 17/1

19:15-20:40

Nonstop1h 25m

$204

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Thu 1/1

15:35-17:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/1

06:05-07:45

Nonstop1h 40m

$212

LondonEdinburgh

LHR - EDI

LHREDI

London Heathrow

Sat 3/1

15:30-17:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 7/1

09:30-11:05

Nonstop1h 35m

$212

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh (average of $77). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $145). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,539 reviews
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Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.3

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

María Victoria,Nov 2025

LHR - GRU

Seats were comfortable for economy. Blanket and pillow provided, same as headphones. For some reason the uk plug wouldn’t charge and had to use the US charger. Also couldn’t use WiFi as keep saying BA club pw was wrong although it wasn’t: but minor things. Overall good flight and attentive crew.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,539 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,539 reviews
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Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.3

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

María Victoria,Nov 2025

LHR - GRU

Seats were comfortable for economy. Blanket and pillow provided, same as headphones. For some reason the uk plug wouldn’t charge and had to use the US charger. Also couldn’t use WiFi as keep saying BA club pw was wrong although it wasn’t: but minor things. Overall good flight and attentive crew.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from London Heathrow?

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh from London Heathrow, you will be flying to Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 11.0 km from the centre of Edinburgh. There are 27 flights from London Heathrow to Turnhouse per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

    British Airways can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 533 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways ($138), offers the cheapest pricing from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh. British Airways is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

    Consider Finnair (80%), China Southern (78%) or Cathay Pacific (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $110. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Edinburgh Turnhouse) can be booked for $126 on average, our data indicates $218 when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh (average of $77). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $145). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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British AirwaysCheapest$138Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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