Direct (nonstop) flights from Edinburgh to London

1 airline flys nonstop from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Heathrow (LHR). It's 332 miles (534 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by British Airways.

EDI
Edinburgh Airport
🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom
LHR
Heathrow
🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
332 mi
534 km
CO₂/pax
61 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
British Airways
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by British Airways British Airways

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

British Airways BA British Airways
Route
EDI → LHR
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
332 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Edinburgh to London with one stop · direct emits 61 kg CO₂ per passenger

EDI BHD (Belfast) LHR
Leg 1: 55m (135 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (313 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → BHD
55m · 135 mi
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Leg 2
BHD → LHR
1h 25m · 313 mi
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EDI LDY (Derry) LHR
Leg 1: 50m (162 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (371 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+103% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → LDY
50m · 162 mi
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Leg 2
LDY → LHR
1h 30m · 371 mi
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EDI INV (Inverness) LHR
Leg 1: 40m (113 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (444 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+110% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → INV
40m · 113 mi
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Leg 2
INV → LHR
1h 40m · 444 mi
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EDI DUB (Dublin) LHR
Leg 1: 1h 5m (209 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (279 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+90% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → DUB
1h 5m · 209 mi
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Leg 2
DUB → LHR
1h 30m · 279 mi
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EDI ORK (Cork) LHR
Leg 1: 1h 20m (352 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (346 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+152% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → ORK
1h 20m · 352 mi
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Leg 2
ORK → LHR
1h 18m · 346 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Edinburgh to London?

A nonstop flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to London (LHR) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 332 miles (534 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Edinburgh to London?

Just British Airways.

Is there a nonstop flight from Edinburgh to London?

Yes. 1 airline: British Airways.

How far is Edinburgh from London?

The flight distance from Edinburgh to London is 332 miles (534 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Edinburgh to London?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Edinburgh to London?

Roughly 61 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 305 km.

Is the return flight from London to Edinburgh also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

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

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Edinburgh Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.