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Flight deals from Edinburgh to London City

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,364. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

London.R 1,612 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,612, select.

London.R 1,658 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,658, select.

London.R 1,679 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,679, select.

London.R 1,684 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,684, select.

London.R 1,762 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,762, select.

London.R 1,842 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,842, select.

London.R 1,847 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,847, select.

London.R 1,847 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,847, select.

London.R 1,848 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,848, select.

London.R 1,848 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 10 May, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,848, select.

London.R 1,853 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,853, select.

London.R 1,855 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,855, select.

London.R 1,859 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,859, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London City

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

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Direct flights from Edinburgh to London City

Edinburgh to London City: Alternative routes

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

Edinburgh to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 1,612
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	80

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

How much are return flights from Edinburgh to London City?

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to London City is R 3,211. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Edinburgh to London City?

1 hour and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to London City.

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to London City?

British Airways and BA Cityflyer fly direct from Edinburgh to London City.

How many flights are there a week from Edinburgh to London City?

As of July 2026, there are 80 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to London City.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to London City is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport on Tuesday, 8 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to London City?

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 London City 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.

When is the best time to book flights to London?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh Airport to London City with?

Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to London City.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Edinburgh and London are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Flights from EDI to LCY start from 06:20 — the first with British Airways. The last service of the day is at 20:10 with British Airways. In total, there are 39 weekly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to LCY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Jetting into London (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is easy with British Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
With a dependable 83.66% of services arriving as planned, British Airways has the best on-time record for EDI to LCY flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and LCY:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Dublin Airport
- Belfast City Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)

R 1,612 is the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,211. These prices can change based on availability.
To get cheap tickets from EDI to LCY, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from EDI to LCY.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at London City Airport (LCY)

If you're landing on a late Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LCY:
Go where the road takes you with a London City Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from London City Airport about one week in advance of your trip.

When to fly to London City Airport (LCY)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport. September is the most popular month to head to London. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to LCY in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.