Cheap flights from Edinburgh to London

Flight Information

Flybe, British Airways, and easyJet offer inexpensive nonstop flights from Edinburgh to London on most days of the week. Most flights take only about an hour and a half, so travellers won't have to worry about layovers. Use Skyscanner to search for cheap, convenient flights to London from Edinburgh for a relaxing holiday or a productive business trip.

Terminal Information for Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport has one main terminal that's been open since 1977. It has two floors with luggage trolleys, cash dispensers, and bureaux de change before security. There's also a baby care facility, a tourist information desk, two lounges with drinks and snacks, and several restaurants, bars, and shops, including a World Duty Free shop.

All departure gates and check-in desks are on the first floor. Wireless internet access is free for the first two hours per day per device, and internet kiosks are also available. The airport even has valet parking. The multi-storey car park has a FastTrack bridge for easy access through security for passengers travelling with just carry-on bags who are already checked in and have their boarding passes.

London Airports Information

Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport has five terminals, and it handles more international passengers than any other airport in the world. Arrivals are on the ground floor of Terminals 1, 3, 4, and 5 and on the first floor of Terminal 2. Travellers can take advantage of shops, restaurants, bars, bureaux de change, car hire desks, and hotel reservation desks. Hotels near the airport include the London Heathrow Marriott Hotel, Sofitel London Heathrow, the Travelodge London Heathrow Terminal 5 Hotel, the Radisson Blu Edwardian, Heathrow Hotel, and Hilton London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. Free trains and buses transport people between the terminals.

Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport's North Terminal has the world's largest passenger air bridge, and a shuttle system connects the North and South Terminals. It's one of the busiest airports in Europe, and it's been used for commercial flights since 1933. The airport has two lounges. It also has Anglican, Catholic, and Free Church chaplains, as well as multi-faith prayer rooms. Visit the Gatwick Aviation Museum on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays to learn about the history of the airport. Travellers can get to London by bus, rail, or taxi.

What You Need to Know

Passengers should check in at least one hour before their Edinburgh to London flights to leave plenty of time for security. Canadian travellers will need their passports or another form of ID like a driver's license. A Visitor Oyster Card will let visitors board London's Tube right away.

What to Expect in London

London and Edinburgh both have relatively warm climates, but Edinburgh gets less sun than London. Both cities are in the same time zone, and a typical meal in Edinburgh is about CA$20 compared to CA$25 in London. The city is worth the extra cost for its memorable sights, delicious food, and great shopping. The Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, the British Museum, and many other attractions are free.