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Cheap flights from Sydney to Edinburgh from $701

SYD — EDI
4 Oct — 11 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Edinburgh

Thu 22/1015:50 -
1 stop24h 35m
Sun 8/1107:30 -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 3/9$2,230
Mon 12/1015:50 -
1 stop31h 50m
Tue 20/1015:10 -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 2/9$2,240
Sun 11/1015:50 -
1 stop24h 35m
Sat 24/1015:10 -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 1/9$2,243
Sun 1/1121:35 -
3 stops35h 00m
Sat 14/1120:35 -
2 stops47h 00m
Deal found 3/9$2,249
Sun 4/1021:35 -
2 stops35h 15m
Thu 15/1005:50 -
2 stops28h 15m
Deal found 1/9$2,250
Tue 6/1021:45 -
1 stop42h 40m
Wed 21/1007:55 -
1 stop37h 15m
Deal found 3/9$2,275
Mon 12/1015:50 -
1 stop31h 50m
Tue 20/1015:10 -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 2/9$2,285
Sun 13/911:00 -
2 stops32h 40m
Sun 20/907:10 -
3 stops40h 40m
Deal found 2/9$2,294
Sun 4/1015:50 -
1 stop24h 35m
Thu 15/1015:10 -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 1/9$2,296
Mon 7/911:00 -
2 stops35h 25m
Sun 20/915:25 -
2 stops32h 00m
Deal found 3/9$2,297
Sun 11/1022:05 -
2 stops27h 55m
Sat 24/1017:00 -
3 stops51h 30m
Deal found 1/9$2,300
Tue 6/1015:50 -
1 stop31h 50m
Wed 21/1011:05 -
2 stops40h 30m
Deal found 3/9$2,304

Find flight deals from Sydney to Edinburgh

Round-trip from

$2,230

One-way from

$701

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,481
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 22/10-8/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • Sydney to Edinburgh
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13/11-31/12
  • 13/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • Sydney to Edinburgh
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

21:05-15:55

2 stops27h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,009

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

20:50-08:00

2 stops44h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,046

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

16:40-20:40

3 stops37h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,185

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 16/9

14:35-09:45

2 stops52h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,194

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/10

15:50-12:35

1 stop31h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,268

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/10

20:10-20:05

1 stop32h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,298
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SydneyEdinburgh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

06:00-20:10

1 stop23h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,298

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

20:45-20:10

1 stop32h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,325

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

07:35-15:55

3 stops41h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,325

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/10

22:05-16:00

2 stops27h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

17:00-06:30

3 stops51h 30m

$2,300

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Edinburgh

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Edinburgh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Edinburgh?

Booking 11 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Edinburgh?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Edinburgh (average of $1,984). Flying from Sydney to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,099). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Edinburgh?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Edinburgh flights typically cost between $2,392 and $2,787 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $2,229 on Multiple Airlines (14 Sept–20 Sept).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Edinburgh, such as Emirates,Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
474 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,089 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,731 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,203 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Edinburgh?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Edinburgh in 31h 35m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 16877 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to Edinburgh round-trip from $1,234. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from $1,265, and Etihad Airways, from $1,293. British Airways is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Edinburgh one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $815. Users have also found prices from $1,066 and $1,093 on Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Edinburgh?

    Flights departing from Sydney and landing in Edinburgh stopover in Singapore most frequently. Dubai follows Singapore in terms of the most common stopover location on Sydney to Edinburgh flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Merlion. Travellers on a stopover Singapore can visit Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion, by traveling 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 km, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $128 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Al Arab are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq and Burj Al Arab are located about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 21.8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of $52 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Edinburgh flights?

    Of the flights from Sydney to Edinburgh that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in London. Doha sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Edinburgh flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Edinburgh?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Edinburgh (average of $1,984). Flying from Sydney to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,099). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Sydney to Edinburgh

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British AirwaysCheapest$1,234Average$2,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,265Average$1,853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,293Average$1,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,656Average$2,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,919Average$3,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,981Average$2,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,032Average$2,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,156Average$2,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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