Direct (nonstop) flights from Edinburgh to London

1 airline flys nonstop from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Gatwick (LGW). It's 357 miles (574 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by easyJet.

EDI
Edinburgh Airport
🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom
LGW
Gatwick
🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
357 mi
574 km
CO₂/pax
66 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
easyJet
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by easyJet easyJet

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
EDI → LGW
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
357 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Edinburgh to London with one stop · direct emits 66 kg CO₂ per passenger

EDI LHR (London) LGW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (332 mi) Leg 2: 45m (25 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 91 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → LHR
1h 35m · 332 mi
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Leg 2
LHR → LGW
45m · 25 mi
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EDI BFS (Belfast) LGW
Leg 1: 50m (143 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (350 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+76% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → BFS
50m · 143 mi
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Leg 2
BFS → LGW
1h 30m · 350 mi
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EDI BHD (Belfast) LGW
Leg 1: 55m (135 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (337 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → BHD
55m · 135 mi
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Leg 2
BHD → LGW
1h 25m · 337 mi
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EDI INV (Inverness) LGW
Leg 1: 40m (113 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (469 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+102% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → INV
40m · 113 mi
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Leg 2
INV → LGW
1h 40m · 469 mi
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EDI IOM (Isle Of Man) LGW
Leg 1: 1h 10m (138 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (276 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 102 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → IOM
1h 10m · 138 mi
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Leg 2
IOM → LGW
1h 20m · 276 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Edinburgh to London?

A nonstop flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to London (LGW) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 357 miles (574 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Edinburgh to London?

Just easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Edinburgh to London?

Yes. 1 airline: easyJet.

How far is Edinburgh from London?

The flight distance from Edinburgh to London is 357 miles (574 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Edinburgh to London?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Edinburgh to London?

Roughly 66 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 330 km.

Is the return flight from London to Edinburgh also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to London?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Edinburgh Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.