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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Belfast City to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Belfast City to Edinburgh

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

Direct flights from Belfast City to Edinburgh

Belfast City to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Belfast to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 356
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time55 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week44

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Belfast City to Edinburgh is R 1,001. 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.
55 minutes is the average flight time from Belfast City to Edinburgh.
Qatar Airways, Aer Lingus and British Airways fly direct from Belfast City to Edinburgh.
As of July 2025, there are 44 flights per week flying from Belfast City to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Belfast City to Edinburgh is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Thursday, 15 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 55 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Around 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • Belfast and Edinburgh are both in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • Each week, there are 72 George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, go for the 06:55 Aer Lingus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:50 with Aer Lingus.

  • Your BHD to EDI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Jetting into Edinburgh (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a cinch with Aer Lingus. This popular carrier offers direct flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • Aer Lingus is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • Aer Lingus is the most punctual carrier operating BHD to EDI flights.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BHD and EDI:

    • Bristol Airport

    • London Luton Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Right now, R 356 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,001. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from BHD to EDI, book your journey six months before your departure.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BHD to EDI.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of George Best Belfast City Airport, data shows 68.3% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To get to George Best Belfast City Airport from central Belfast, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BHD. Whether you're taking an early flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:

  • Pick up an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week before your travel date.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Edinburgh. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHD to EDI sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Edinburgh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you should also see. About 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, about 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key reasons to visit.

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