Cheap Flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

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Flight deals from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

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

Edinburgh.R 560 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 560, select.

Edinburgh.R 596 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 596, select.

Edinburgh.R 596 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 596, select.

Edinburgh.R 596 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 May.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 596, select.

Edinburgh.R 670 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 670, select.

Edinburgh.R 690 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 690, select.

Edinburgh.R 716 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 716, select.

Edinburgh.R 720 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 720, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

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

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Direct flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh

London Gatwick to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick 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 560
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airline	easyJet
Average flights per week	31

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

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Edinburgh is R 1,062. 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 Gatwick to Edinburgh?

1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Edinburgh.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Edinburgh?

easyJet flies direct from London Gatwick to Edinburgh.

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

As of April 2025, there are 31 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Edinburgh.

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

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Edinburgh is usually April 2025.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Monday, 16 June 2025.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 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 Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh with?

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
London and Edinburgh are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Take your pick of 149 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with easyJet is the earliest available. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 21:05.
To ensure you catch your LGW to EDI flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
British Airways has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
British Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between LGW and EDI include:
- Belfast International Airport
- Jersey Airport
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is R 560. A return plane ticket right now is R 1,062. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from LGW to EDI, reserve your trip nine months ahead of your departure date.
August is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from LGW to EDI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

69.26% of flights that take off from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Consider staying in a hotel near EDI if you're on a late London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and see more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Edinburgh. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to EDI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

You've seen Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.