$49 Cheap Flights from London (LGW) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Cheap Flights from London to Edinburgh (LGW-EDI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $49 for one-way flights and $96 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

easyJet
Thu, Jun 12 - Mon, Jun 16
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$96 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Thu, Jun 12 from London to Edinburgh, returning Mon, Jun 16, priced at $96 found 1 hour ago
easyJet
Thu, May 15 - Thu, May 22
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$97 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Thu, May 15 from London to Edinburgh, returning Thu, May 22, priced at $97 found 6 hours ago
easyJet
Thu, Jun 12 - Mon, Jun 16
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$99 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$99
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Thu, Jun 12 from London to Edinburgh, returning Mon, Jun 16, priced at $99 found 1 hour ago
easyJet
Thu, Jun 5 - Sat, Jun 7
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$100 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Thu, Jun 5 from London to Edinburgh, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $100 found 17 hours ago
easyJet
Thu, May 29 - Tue, Jun 3
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$101 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$101
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Thu, May 29 from London to Edinburgh, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $101 found 6 hours ago
easyJet
Thu, May 15 - Tue, May 20
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$102 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Thu, May 15 from London to Edinburgh, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $102 found 2 days ago
easyJet
Mon, May 5 - Wed, May 7
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$103 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Mon, May 5 from London to Edinburgh, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $103 found 3 days ago
easyJet
Mon, May 19 - Fri, May 23
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$104 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$104
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Mon, May 19 from London to Edinburgh, returning Fri, May 23, priced at $104 found 9 hours ago
easyJet
Thu, Jun 12 - Mon, Jun 16
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$106 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Thu, Jun 12 from London to Edinburgh, returning Mon, Jun 16, priced at $106 found 1 hour ago
Aurigny Air Services
Wed, Jul 2 - Wed, Jul 23
LGW
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$408 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$408
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Aurigny Air Services flight, departing Wed, Jul 2 from London to Edinburgh, returning Wed, Jul 23, priced at $408 found 5 days ago
Flights from London (LGW) to Edinburgh (EDI)
Origin airport
Gatwick
Destination airport
Edinburgh
Airlines serving
Aurigny Air Services, easyJet
Roundtrip price
$96
Distance
356 mi

London to Edinburgh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from London to Edinburgh

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from London to Edinburgh are during the month of June. You can find some of the cheapest flights from London to Edinburgh with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from London to Edinburgh

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from London to Edinburgh: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from London to Edinburgh

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from London to Edinburgh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $49 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) cost?
Grab cheap return fares starting from $89 from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a easyJet flight leaving LGW on May 19 2025 and touching down at EDI. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LGW to EDI?
The cheapest flights from LGW to EDI are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
When departing from Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can jump on a nonstop flight to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) with easyJet.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LGW to EDI?
Travel from LGW to EDI with easyJet. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting at $45. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LGW on May 14 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
Each day on average, 3 nonstop flights take off from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Pick the departure time that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
More people fly between LGW and EDI at 2 PM than at any other point in the day. Looking for a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LGW to EDI?
If you fly on a Friday, you’ll get the widest range of choices for flights from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
What is the earliest flight from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
Gatwick Airport (LGW)’s earliest flight to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) departs at approximately 6:25AM UTC+0. With a total journey time of 1h 30m, you’ll arrive at around 7:55AM UTC+0.
How long does it take to fly from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
Flights from LGW to EDI have an average travel time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 360 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
To touch down at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without delays, choose a flight that leaves Gatwick Airport (LGW) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Edinburgh from Gatwick Airport (LGW)?
Browse your flight options from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). This is the only airport in Edinburgh you can touch down at if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from LGW to EDI right before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if there’s some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LGW to EDI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a LGW to EDI flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having it all in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
In most instances, you can cancel or reschedule your LGW to EDI flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s rules and fees on flight changes, or if you want more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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