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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $282. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Edinburgh.$271 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $271, select.

Edinburgh.$272 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jun, returning Fri, 25 Jun.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.

Edinburgh.$274 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 May, returning Wed, 26 May.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Sun, 23 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 26 May, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $274, select.

Edinburgh.$276 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $276, select.

Edinburgh.$278 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Wed, 3 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Edinburgh.$278 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Edinburgh.$278 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Edinburgh.$278 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Edinburgh.$278 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jun, returning Tue, 6 Jul.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Tue, 29 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.

Edinburgh.$280 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Fri, 18 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $280, select.

Edinburgh.$283 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $283, select.

Edinburgh.$284 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Thu, 4 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.

Edinburgh.$285 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Fri, 12 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $285, select.

Edinburgh.$286 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.

Edinburgh.$286 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.

Edinburgh.$286 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from London City on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London City to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London City to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in November.

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London City to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London City to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

London to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$271
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	1 hr, 19 mins
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	80

Finding cheap flights from London City to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London City to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from London City to Edinburgh is $271. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from London City to Edinburgh?

1 hour and 19 minutes is the average flight time from London City to Edinburgh.

Which airlines fly direct from London City to Edinburgh?

British Airways and BA Cityflyer fly direct from London City to Edinburgh.

How many flights are there a week from London City to Edinburgh?

As of August 2026, there are 80 flights per week flying from London City to Edinburgh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London City to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to fly from London City to Edinburgh is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Thursday, 5 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 19 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London City Airport to Edinburgh with?

Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
London and Edinburgh share the same timezone, UTC+0.
Every week, there are 39 London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, select the 06:55 British Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:40 with British Airways.
Your LCY to EDI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
British Airways has direct flights from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is British Airways.
With an impressive 84.29% of services arriving as planned, British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering LCY to EDI flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LCY and EDI:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Dublin Airport
- Rotterdam Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

At the moment, $146 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $271. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LCY to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LCY to EDI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)

London City Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LCY arrive at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
To get to London City Airport from central London, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LCY:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

July is the most popular month for flights from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Edinburgh in March.
Book your flight from London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LCY to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.