$29 Cheap Flights from London (STN) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Cheap Flights from London to Edinburgh (STN-EDI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $57 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ryanair
Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$57 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$57
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from London to Edinburgh, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $57 found 2 hours ago
Ryanair
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$57 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$57
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from London to Edinburgh, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $57 found 2 hours ago
Ryanair
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$58 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$58
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from London to Edinburgh, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $58 found 3 days ago
Ryanair
Sun, Dec 28 - Wed, Dec 31
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$59 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$59
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Sun, Dec 28 from London to Edinburgh, returning Wed, Dec 31, priced at $59 found 2 days ago
Ryanair
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$60 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$60
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from London to Edinburgh, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $60 found 16 hours ago
Ryanair
Thu, Aug 21 - Wed, Aug 27
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$61 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$61
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from London to Edinburgh, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $61 found 1 day ago
Ryanair
Sat, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 13
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$62 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$62
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from London to Edinburgh, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $62 found 3 days ago
Ryanair
Fri, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 20
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$63 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$63
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Fri, Oct 17 from London to Edinburgh, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $63 found 2 days ago
easyJet
Sun, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 23
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$73 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$73
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select easyJet flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from London to Edinburgh, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $73 found 3 days ago
SunExpress
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 8
STN
London
EDI
Edinburgh
$517 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$517
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select SunExpress flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from London to Edinburgh, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $517 found 12 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from London (STN) to Edinburgh (EDI)

July is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $53 - $204 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Edinburgh

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Edinburgh Airport EDI. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $112
EDI
Edinburgh Airport
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $112
Flights from London (STN) to Edinburgh (EDI)
Origin airport
Stansted
Destination airport
Edinburgh
Airlines serving
Ryanair, SunExpress, easyJet
Roundtrip price
$56
Distance
316 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 19 mins

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 January. 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 $29 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.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap London to Edinburgh flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your London to Edinburgh airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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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 Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) cost?
You can book cheap return fares starting from $57 from Stansted Airport (STN) 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 Ryanair flight leaving STN on August 13 2025 and touching down at EDI. The price was last updated on July 17 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from STN to EDI?
The cheapest flights from STN 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 Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
You can fly nonstop from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) on an easyJet flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from STN to EDI?
Travel from STN to EDI with Ryanair. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $28. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from STN on August 27 2025. Prices were last updated on July 17 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
Each day on average, 6 direct flights operate from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Choose the departure that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
More passengers fly between STN and EDI at 8 AM than at any other point in the day. Looking for a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from STN to EDI?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
What is the earliest flight from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
Stansted Airport (STN)'s first flight to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is at approximately 7:30AM UTC+0. With a travel time of 1h 15m, you'll arrive at around 8:45AM UTC+0.
How long does it take to fly from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
Flights from STN to EDI have an average travel time of 1 hour and 17 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 320 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
To land at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) on time, select a flight that leaves Stansted Airport (STN) 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 Stansted Airport (STN)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh, Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from STN to EDI shortly before your journey is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a STN to EDI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a STN to EDI flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?
If you booked your STN to EDI flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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