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Cheap flights from Sydney to Edinburgh from $649

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — EDI
25 Mar — 1 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 February 2026.

Mon 9/316:35
SYD
-
EDI
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/316:20
EDI
-
SYD
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,491
Sun 19/415:40
SYD
-
EDI
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/416:00
EDI
-
SYD
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,584
Fri 1/521:05
SYD
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 17/516:55
EDI
-
SYD
2 stops41h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,600
Fri 8/521:05
SYD
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 2/616:55
EDI
-
SYD
2 stops41h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,612
Mon 8/610:10
SYD
-
EDI
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/617:10
EDI
-
SYD
2 stops28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,666
Mon 4/514:05
SYD
-
EDI
2 stops28h 15m
British Airways
Thu 4/619:25
EDI
-
SYD
2 stops25h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 22/2$1,697
Mon 9/316:20
SYD
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
British Airways
Sun 22/310:00
EDI
-
SYD
2 stops33h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 21/2$1,761
Wed 11/316:20
SYD
-
EDI
2 stops27h 15m
British Airways
Sun 15/312:40
EDI
-
SYD
2 stops31h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,762

Find flight deals from Sydney to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 23 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,359

One-way from

$649

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,082
9/3-12/3
  • 9/3-12/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 68h 30m total
  • Sydney to Edinburgh
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12/5
  • 12/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 05m total
  • Sydney to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($103 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 23 February 2026.
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SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

21:15-10:00

2 stops47h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/3

16:20-06:15

3 stops50h 55m

$1,727

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

16:20-08:35

2 stops27h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

14:05-06:55

2 stops29h 50m

$1,761

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

21:05-09:40

2 stops45h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 6/6

16:55-20:30

2 stops42h 35m

$1,802

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/8

21:05-09:40

2 stops45h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/9

16:55-19:10

2 stops41h 15m

$1,850

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

16:20-12:10

2 stops30h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 25/7

20:35-06:05

2 stops48h 30m

$1,972

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

10:10-12:50

2 stops35h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 4/7

20:35-06:05

2 stops48h 30m

$2,003

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/4

10:20-10:35

2 stops33h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 15/4

09:40-06:55

2 stops36h 15m

$2,040

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/5

14:05-09:20

2 stops28h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

07:55-17:10

1 stop24h 15m

$2,043

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

09:15-17:35

2 stops41h 20m

$758

SydneyEdinburgh

SYD - EDI

SYDEDI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

20:35-21:00

3 stops57h 25m

$777

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Edinburgh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

Booking 33 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Edinburgh (average of $1,243). Flying from Sydney to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,931). 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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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 23 February 2026.
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
3,525 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
443 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
996 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,740 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,757 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Edinburgh?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Edinburgh in 27h 15m. Fly via British Airways or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 16877 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to Edinburgh round-trip from $1,227. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from $1,282, and Lufthansa, from $1,371. Etihad Airways is 44% 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 $836. Users have also found prices from $928 and $1,026 on Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, 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, Merlion, or Universal Studios Singapore. Travellers on a stopover Singapore can visit Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore, by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $117 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 Khalifa are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq and Burj Khalifa are located about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 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 $45 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Edinburgh (average of $1,243). Flying from Sydney to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,931). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,227Average$1,563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,282Average$1,707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,371Average$2,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,427Average$1,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,704Average$2,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,752Average$2,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,890Average$1,937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,917Average$2,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,023Average$2,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,122Average$2,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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