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London Gatwick to Edinburgh: Alternative routes
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London Gatwick and EDI in Edinburgh seem like two vastly different airports, but they are very similar when it comes to passenger traffic. The airport in the big city may have more shopping, dining, and lounge options than it’s smaller northern counterpart, but both airports do a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to both domestic and international flights.Several airlines, in both the conventional and low-cost categories, service this busy route.
Flying out of London Gatwick
As the 8th busiest airport in Europe, London Gatwick (LGW) is attached to an equally active ground transportation hub that includes rail, bus, and even cycling options in addition to conventional private transportation, like taxis. These services are connected to Central London and its suburbs, so as long as you time it right, arriving at Gatwick to catch your flight to Edinburgh can be quick and inexpensive.
Airlines that Fly from London Gatwick to Edinburgh
A people-mover track attaches the South and North Terminals. Where you need to be to catch your flight depends on your airline, as both terminals are used equally by domestic and international carriers. This airport organizes departure gates according to airline affiliate rather than destination or departure point.
- easyJet, the ubiquitous low-cost European airline, makes several direct flights daily.
- British Airways has its hub here and is a member of the OneWorld alliance if you have points, miles, or a customer loyalty program you wish to use.
- Ryanair, another no-frills airline that makes this trip with one stop in Dublin.
The prices are ridiculous, barely topping a hundred dollars Canadian for most seats, inexpensive for a short flight even by North American standards. Backpackers, commuters, and frequent fliers all have plenty from which to choose.
Destination Airport Information
The good news is you won’t have any trouble finding your way out of this relatively small airport, which is based on an open, one-building design concept.Edinburgh International Airport (EDI) handles an equal amount of regional and international traffic, so you might be catching a connection here or getting out to see Scotland. For those lucky enough to have the time to explore but want to save money rather than get a taxi or a rental, there are several public options.
- Train, the Edinburgh Gateway station connects the airport to the Fife Circle and Edinburgh–Glasgow railway lines.
- Tram, a line that runs directly between the airport terminal and Edinburgh York Place downtown.
- Buses, the main local transportation system, has regular service to the airport along with faster shuttles that travel directly from various points.
For those heading back to Canada, Air Canada Rouge, the national airline’s international subsidiary, offers a direct seasonal flight straight back to Toronto Pearson. The airport is dominated by easyJet, which flies to several European cities along with holiday destinations in the Italy, Hungary, and Greece.
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