Cheap flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow

Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow

With several flights each week between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and London Heathrow International (LHR), it's easy to make the trip, especially if you use Skyscanner to find the best routing and least expensive airfare. Book your London hotel and even a rental car if you prefer to go off exploring on your own.

Best Time to Book a Flight to London Heathrow

Flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow tend to be more expensive in May. Spring airfares as a whole tend to be higher than those in the fall. Prices do tend to go up during December. If you are heading to London for some Christmas shopping or just to enjoy the season expect availability to be tight. If you use the Skyscanner search tool you can pull up a whole month at once. Compare prices easily to find the best rate.

Airlines That Fly from Dublin to London Heathrow

Two airlines, British Airways and Flybe, a regional carrier, offer non-stop flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow. British Airways has the majority of the flights, offering several convenient departure times each day. Prices between British Airways and Flybe are competitive and the lowest on this routing. Edinburgh Airport has one main terminal and all departure gates are on the first floor. The airport is located just 12 kilometres from downtown Edinburgh, roughly a 30 minute drive.

What to Expect When Arriving at London Heathrow

British Airways uses Terminal 5 at London Heathrow, with arrivals on the ground floor. Flybe arrives at Terminal 2 on the first level. Each terminal has its own baggage claim areas and security checkpoints. London Heathrow is 25 kilometres from London's city centre, easily reached by the Heathrow Express train which stops at Terminal 5 and at Terminal 3. The latter is connected to Terminal 2 and convenient for Flybe passengers. The ride to Paddington Station takes about 15 minutes. Car rental desks are also available in the arrivals section, near baggage claim.

Airport Facilities

Each terminal at London Heathrow has its own collection of shops, restaurants, fast food outlets and passenger services in both pre and post security screening areas. ATMs and currency exchange services are found throughout the airport. Each terminal also has a nearby parking area and easy access to underground trains and bus stops. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport. Passengers also have the option of purchasing a pay-as-you-go package for faster Wi-Fi connections.

Things to Do and See in London

It's tradition to seek out Big Ben and set your watch to this iconic landmark. Perched on its distinctive tower, it's not hard to find. Visit the Tower of London, which at one time was a fearful prison. Today it houses the Crown Jewels. Take in the changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and perhaps take a tour. If the Queen's flag is flying, She is in residence. Visit the immense St Paul's Cathedrals, where many Royals have tied the knot. Head over to the Globe Theatre, the place where Shakespeare's plays debuted. Don't forget to check out the mummies and other Egyptian treasures at the British Museum. Not sure where to start? Take a ride on the London Eye, a 135-metre tall Ferris wheel overlooking the River Thames. You'll get a panoramic view of the city.