Direct (nonstop) flights from London to Edinburgh

1 airline flys nonstop from Luton (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). It's 306 miles (493 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by easyJet.

LTN
Luton
🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
EDI
Edinburgh Airport
🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
306 mi
493 km
CO₂/pax
57 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
easyJet
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by easyJet easyJet

Route data last updated: May 23, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
LTN → EDI
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
306 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from London to Edinburgh with one stop · direct emits 57 kg CO₂ per passenger

LTN BHD (Belfast) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (296 mi) Leg 2: 50m (135 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 105 kg CO₂ (+84% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LTN → BHD
1h 15m · 296 mi
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Leg 2
BHD → EDI
50m · 135 mi
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LTN BFS (Belfast) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (309 mi) Leg 2: 55m (143 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LTN → BFS
1h 15m · 309 mi
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Leg 2
BFS → EDI
55m · 143 mi
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LTN INV (Inverness) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 30m (418 mi) Leg 2: 40m (113 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+116% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LTN → INV
1h 30m · 418 mi
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Leg 2
INV → EDI
40m · 113 mi
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LTN IOM (Isle Of Man) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (234 mi) Leg 2: 1h (138 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 94 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LTN → IOM
1h 15m · 234 mi
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Leg 2
IOM → EDI
1h · 138 mi
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LTN DUB (Dublin) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (268 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (209 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LTN → DUB
1h 15m · 268 mi
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Leg 2
DUB → EDI
1h 5m · 209 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from London to Edinburgh?

A nonstop flight from London (LTN) to Edinburgh (EDI) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 306 miles (493 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from London to Edinburgh?

Just easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from London to Edinburgh?

Yes. 1 airline: easyJet.

How far is London from Edinburgh?

The flight distance from London to Edinburgh is 306 miles (493 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 57 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 285 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 Luton for this flight?

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