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Cheapest round-trip
$89
Typical prices: $87-$168
easyJet
Thu 11/1Mon 11/5
LGW - EDI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$35
Typical prices: $57-$123
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Thu 11/8
LGW - EDI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with easyJet. Average duration is 1h 30m
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Most punctual • 82% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Edinburgh (LGW-EDI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gatwick to Edinburgh

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
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5:20 pm - 6:50 pmLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 30mnonstop
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8:25 am - 10:00 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
1h 35mnonstop
$89easyJet
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:10 am - 10:40 amLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 30mnonstop
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6:05 am - 7:40 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
1h 35mnonstop
$89easyJet
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:10 am - 7:40 amLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 30mnonstop
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9:15 pm - 10:50 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
1h 35mnonstop
$89easyJet
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:20 am - 7:50 amLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 30mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 3:15 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
1h 35mnonstop
$89easyJet
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
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6:10 am - 7:40 amLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 30mnonstop
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9:10 pm - 10:45 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
1h 35mnonstop
$90easyJet
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 13
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8:25 am - 9:55 amLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 30mnonstop
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9:25 pm - 11:00 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
1h 35mnonstop
$90easyJet
Sun, Oct 4 - Thu, Oct 8
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6:35 pm - 8:00 pmLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 25mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 3:10 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
1h 40mnonstop
$90easyJet
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
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3:55 pm - 5:25 pmLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
1h 30mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:40 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
1h 40mnonstop
$90easyJet
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:35 pm - 7:30 amLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 55m1 stop Dublin
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10:00 pm - 9:20 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
11h 20m1 stop Dublin
$95Ryanair
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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8:20 pm - 7:30 amLGW  London Gatwick-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 10m1 stop Dublin
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10:00 pm - 8:15 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-LGW London Gatwick
10h 15m1 stop Dublin
$99Ryanair
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

Round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh start at $89. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $87 to $168. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $89 on easyJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 25% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh at $75 round-trip.
  • August ($176) and September ($160) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 134% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Gatwick to Edinburgh

 
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Kirstie Pickering

Kirstie Pickering

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Aviation and business journalist Kirstie didn’t leave England until she was 18 years old, but has since travelled to over 20 countries including Japan, Canada, and Iceland. Her travel expertise lies in European city breaks, including how to find the best locally-owned hotels and restaurants and how to optimise the airport experience for your needs.

Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$35
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 25% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 29% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Gatwick to Edinburgh

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Your London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which family facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport?

    London Gatwick Airport has family-friendly facilities to ease your travel. The airport has a dedicated family lane to get you through security, and if you have a child in a pushchair, you will have extra time at the lane. Baby-care rooms for feeding and changing your baby are available, and you can identify them through a baby-care symbol. Your kids can keep busy in the kids' zone as you wait to board your flight.

  • What are the special assistance facilities available at London Gatwick Airport?

    If you need help checking in at London Gatwick Airport, you can go to one of the special assistance reception areas, whilst a sensory room is accessible at North Terminal. The room is calming and relaxing for people with dementia or autism. Throughout the airport, you will find dedicated seating areas. Adult changing stations are available at all terminals, and the airport is wheelchair accessible in all areas.

  • Which terminal facilities are available at Edinburgh Airport?

    You can exchange currency at the bureaux de change kiosks available at the terminal and even pre-book currency for collection with international currency exchange. You can also shop at one of the duty-free outlets open at the airport. A lost property office and left luggage facilities are open in the arrival hall, and you will find luggage trolleys available in key areas.

  • What special assistance is available at Edinburgh Airport?

    You can find a changing place with an accessible toilet at Edinburgh Airport. The room has more space, an adjustable bench, a height-adjustable sink and a hoist. Mobility equipment is also provided at the airport on request. You should wear a lanyard or pin to help the staff identify you as someone who needs additional help. The staff at the airport have the training required to act accordingly.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flights?

    Among airlines operating London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flights:

    • easyJet: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

    Only easyJet operates flights between London Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flights?

    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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

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

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $120 round-trip and layover options via Dublin (DUB) at $116.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

    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.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

    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.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh pass through?

    Most connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh pass through Dublin (DUB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $111 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $152, a difference of $41. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

    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 London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 47 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh spread across the day?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh Waverley Station, The Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:10 am and lands at 7:40 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 11:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 30m.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 35% above the route average of $121. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

    A nonstop flight from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh takes 1h 30m, covering 356 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

    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.

  • How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $39, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does easyJet’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flights?

    easyJet is the only airline operating London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • What car rental options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $8 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · GREEN MOTION
    · DRIVALIA
    · Alamo
    · Europcar
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh range from $87 to $168, with an average of $121 over the past 12 months. Anything below $87 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $111 - about $41 less than Friday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh trip for March. Fares historically average $75 round-trip in that month - typically $101 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dublin Airport (DUB) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $116 round-trip on this route - about $4 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.
    - Moxy Edinburgh Airport
    - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport By IHG
    - Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport - M9 Jct1
  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is easily accessible by rail. You can take the Gatwick Express from London Victoria or Great Western Railway stations. You can also take a bus or coach from London city centre to the airport. Taking a taxi is also an option but is more expensive.
  • Choose to relax at No1 Lounges, Plaza Premium Lounge, The Gateway Lounge or Clubrooms at North or South Terminal. The lounges offer dining options, a fully tended bar, loads of seating options and a quiet area. Entry to the lounges is at a fee.
  • You can take a train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Edinburgh city centre. The journey takes about 12min. Buses to the city centre from the airport are also available; the journey takes about 25min. You can also pre-book a taxi or find one at the airport.
  • You can speed up your travel with fastTRACK passport control at Edinburgh Airport. You have to book the pass in advance. The pass allows you to access the exclusive fastTRACK lane at the arrival hall, helping you avoid queuing at passport control. You will glide right into the airport.
  • There are various food outlets at Edinburgh Airport. A food village with a pub, various cafes and a sushi bar are open and have a wide variety. Cafe Nero, Costa Coffee and Starbucks are some of the outlets available.

Prefer to fly direct from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London Gatwick to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Edinburgh Turnhouse to London Gatwick

Monday

easyJet

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

easyJet

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Friday

easyJet

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Saturday

easyJet

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Sunday

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