Direct (nonstop) flights from London to Edinburgh

1 airline flys nonstop from City (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). It's 337 miles (543 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by British Airways.

LCY
City
🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
EDI
Edinburgh Airport
🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
337 mi
543 km
CO₂/pax
62 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
British Airways
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by British Airways British Airways

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

British Airways BA British Airways
Route
LCY → EDI
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
337 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from London to Edinburgh with one stop · direct emits 62 kg CO₂ per passenger

LCY BHD (Belfast) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (327 mi) Leg 2: 50m (135 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 110 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LCY → BHD
1h 15m · 327 mi
View LCY to BHD flights →
Leg 2
BHD → EDI
50m · 135 mi
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LCY IOM (Isle Of Man) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 20m (265 mi) Leg 2: 1h (138 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 100 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LCY → IOM
1h 20m · 265 mi
View LCY to IOM flights →
Leg 2
IOM → EDI
1h · 138 mi
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LCY DUB (Dublin) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 20m (296 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (209 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+92% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LCY → DUB
1h 20m · 296 mi
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Leg 2
DUB → EDI
1h 5m · 209 mi
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LCY AMS (Amsterdam) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 5m (209 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (414 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+127% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LCY → AMS
1h 5m · 209 mi
View LCY to AMS flights →
Leg 2
AMS → EDI
1h 30m · 414 mi
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LCY LUX (Luxembourg) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (300 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (592 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+206% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LCY → LUX
1h 10m · 300 mi
View LCY to LUX flights →
Leg 2
LUX → EDI
1h 50m · 592 mi
View LUX to EDI flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from London to Edinburgh?

A nonstop flight from London (LCY) to Edinburgh (EDI) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 337 miles (543 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from London to Edinburgh?

Just British Airways.

Is there a nonstop flight from London to Edinburgh?

Yes. 1 airline: British Airways.

How far is London from Edinburgh?

The flight distance from London to Edinburgh is 337 miles (543 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 London to Edinburgh?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 62 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 310 km.

Is the return flight from Edinburgh to London 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 London to Edinburgh?

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 City for this flight?

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