Cheap Flights from London Stansted to Edinburgh

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 651. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Edinburgh

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

Direct flights from London Stansted to Edinburgh

London Stansted to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

London to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 325
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 19 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week47

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

The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Edinburgh is R 651. 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.
1 hour and 19 minutes is the average flight time from London Stansted to Edinburgh.
easyJet, Ryanair UK Ltd. and Ryanair fly direct from London Stansted to Edinburgh.
As of June 2026, there are 47 flights per week flying from London Stansted to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Edinburgh is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Tuesday, 4 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 19 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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Flying from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • London and Edinburgh are both in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Flights from STN to EDI start from 06:50 — the first with Ryanair UK. The latest departure is at 22:35 with easyJet. In total, you can choose from 38 weekly London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.

  • Your STN to EDI flight won't wait if you're 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 flying internationally.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Travelling to Edinburgh (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is a breeze with Ryanair UK Ltd. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair UK Ltd on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating STN to EDI flights is easyJet. Its services arrive without delay 69.95% of the time.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between STN and EDI include:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Dublin Airport

    • Belfast International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is R 326. A return ticket is currently R 651. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap tickets from STN to EDI, reserve your trip 11 months before your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from STN to EDI is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • London Stansted Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from STN arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.

  • Central London to London Stansted Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to STN:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:

  • Follow your own route with a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and find adventure across Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week before your travel date.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Edinburgh in March.

  • The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STN to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Edinburgh is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. Around 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Manchester will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.

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