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Flight deals from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport

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 672. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Edinburgh.R 307 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 307, select.

Edinburgh.R 334 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 334, select.

Edinburgh.R 334 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 334, select.

Edinburgh.R 354 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 354, select.

Edinburgh.R 354 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 354, select.

Edinburgh.R 432 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 432, select.

Edinburgh.R 433 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 433, select.

Edinburgh.R 511 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 511, select.

Edinburgh.R 511 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 511, select.

Edinburgh.R 511 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 511, select.

Edinburgh.R 511 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 511, select.

Edinburgh.R 566 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 566, select.

Edinburgh.R 582 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Stansted on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 582, select.

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 April.

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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 found	R 307
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airline	Ryanair UK Ltd.
Average flights per week	68

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

How much are return flights from London Stansted to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Edinburgh is R 672. 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 London Stansted to Edinburgh?

1 hour and 20 minutes is the average flight time from London Stansted to Edinburgh.

Which airlines fly direct from London Stansted to Edinburgh?

Ryanair UK Ltd., easyJet and Ryanair fly direct from London Stansted to Edinburgh.

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

As of March 2026, there are 68 flights per week flying from London Stansted to Edinburgh.

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

The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Edinburgh is usually April.

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

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 Sunday, 26 April 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

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.

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

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

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

The average length of a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
London and Edinburgh share the same timezone, UTC+0.
Flights from STN to EDI start at 05:45 — the first with Ryanair UK. The last departure is at 22:15 with Ryanair UK. In total, you can take your pick of 185 weekly Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your STN to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport. When you're ready to start your Edinburgh adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of United Kingdom:
Ryanair is the top choice for travellers on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between STN and EDI include:
- Belfast International Airport
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- Dublin Airport

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

R 307 is currently the best price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start from R 672. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from STN to EDI by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from STN to EDI.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)

Of all flights departing from Stansted Airport, 64.73% arrive on time at their destination.
Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near STN? If you've booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

If you have a late Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near EDI:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week before your trip.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Edinburgh. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STN to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

Edinburgh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.