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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 6:05 am and lands at 7:38 am
• Latest: departs at 8:55 pm and lands at 10:28 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 33m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport.

A nonstop flight from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport takes 1h 33m, covering 356 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport range from $89 to $168, with an average of $118 over the past 12 months. Anything below $89 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the $118 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $117 round-trip, compared to $182 via a layover through Dublin (DUB).

easyJet is the only airline operating Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $15–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet and British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $49, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $39 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Europcar
• Alamo

Flights from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at London Gatwick (LGW).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 52m.

Connecting flights from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport most commonly pass through:

• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Dublin (DUB) - 50% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $107 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $142, a difference of $35.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Only easyJet operates flights between Edinburgh and London Gatwick Airport.

Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 49m, compared with 5h 14m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

Some of the most popular sights in London Gatwick Airport are Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. These are among the most viewed places in London Gatwick Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport flights:

• easyJet: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Edinburgh Airport has a dedicated family lane at the security for those travelling with children, giving you ample time to go through security. Several shops sell essentials like nappies, formula milk, books or toys at the departures lounge, or you can grab a bite to eat at the cafes or restaurants that offer reduced portions. Burger King and JD Wetherspoon have kids’ menus. The toilets have baby-changing facilities or dedicated cubicles for children, and there’s a family washroom at Gate 21 that keeps your family together. Breastfeed your child anywhere at the terminals, but for additional privacy, there is a lockable nursing room near Gate 21.

Choose to use the convenient valet FastPark while at Edinburgh Airport. You should book in advance, for about £5. The surface car park and the multistorey garage are directly in front of the terminal, and if someone is dropping you off, they can park for up to 2 hours on the ground floor of the multistorey car park. The long-stay car park is also available. Passengers who require special assistance can use the Blue Badge parking.

Passengers who require special assistance should communicate with their airline at least 48h in advance, to enable the staff to make necessary arrangements. Gatwick Airport has an Eagle hoist available to aid you in disembarking, and dedicated seating areas with special assistance signs are accessible at all terminals. At the international arrivals area, there is a text telephone. Induction loops are also fitted at various points throughout the airport. Lifts, accessible toilets, wheelchairs and help with luggage are also available.

You can speed up your journey at Gatwick Airport with the Premium Gatwick Passport Control Service. At roughly £9.99, you can access the exclusive lane at passport control. Book the pass at least 4 hours before the time scheduled for your flight to land or up to six months in advance.