Direct (nonstop) flights from Edinburgh to London

2 airlines fly nonstop from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stansted (STN). It's 317 miles (510 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Ryanair UK, easyJet.

EDI
Edinburgh Airport
🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom
STN
Stansted
🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
317 mi
510 km
CO₂/pax
59 kg
−53 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Ryanair UK +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Ryanair UK Ryanair UK easyJet easyJet

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ryanair UK RK Ryanair UK
Route
EDI → STN
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
317 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
EDI → STN
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
317 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Edinburgh to London with one stop · direct emits 59 kg CO₂ per passenger

EDI BFS (Belfast) STN
Leg 1: 50m (143 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (329 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+90% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → BFS
50m · 143 mi
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Leg 2
BFS → STN
1h 20m · 329 mi
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EDI DUB (Dublin) STN
Leg 1: 1h 5m (209 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (293 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → DUB
1h 5m · 209 mi
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Leg 2
DUB → STN
1h 20m · 293 mi
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EDI AMS (Amsterdam) STN
Leg 1: 1h 30m (414 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (193 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+134% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → AMS
1h 30m · 414 mi
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Leg 2
AMS → STN
1h 5m · 193 mi
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EDI NOC (Knock) STN
Leg 1: 1h 10m (258 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (404 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+151% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → NOC
1h 10m · 258 mi
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Leg 2
NOC → STN
1h 25m · 404 mi
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EDI ORK (Cork) STN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (352 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (374 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+169% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EDI → ORK
1h 20m · 352 mi
View EDI to ORK flights →
Leg 2
ORK → STN
1h 25m · 374 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 (STN) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 317 miles (510 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Edinburgh to London?

2 airlines: Ryanair UK, easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Edinburgh to London?

Yes. 2 airlines: Ryanair UK, easyJet.

How far is Edinburgh from London?

The flight distance from Edinburgh to London is 317 miles (510 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 25m, 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 59 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 295 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.