Direct (nonstop) flights from London to Edinburgh

2 airlines fly nonstop from Stansted (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). It's 317 miles (510 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Ryanair UK, easyJet.

STN
Stansted
🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
EDI
Edinburgh Airport
🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h 20m
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
STN → EDI
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
317 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
STN → EDI
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
317 mi

Alternative Routes

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

STN BFS (Belfast) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 20m (329 mi) Leg 2: 55m (143 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+90% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STN → BFS
1h 20m · 329 mi
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Leg 2
BFS → EDI
55m · 143 mi
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STN DUB (Dublin) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 20m (293 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (209 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STN → DUB
1h 20m · 293 mi
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Leg 2
DUB → EDI
1h 5m · 209 mi
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STN AMS (Amsterdam) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 5m (193 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (414 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+134% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STN → AMS
1h 5m · 193 mi
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Leg 2
AMS → EDI
1h 30m · 414 mi
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STN NOC (Knock) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 30m (404 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (258 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+151% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STN → NOC
1h 30m · 404 mi
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Leg 2
NOC → EDI
1h 5m · 258 mi
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STN NQY (Newquay) EDI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (249 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (386 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+142% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STN → NQY
1h 10m · 249 mi
View STN to NQY flights →
Leg 2
NQY → EDI
1h 25m · 386 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from London to Edinburgh?

A nonstop flight from London (STN) to Edinburgh (EDI) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 317 miles (510 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from London to Edinburgh?

2 airlines: Ryanair UK, easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from London to Edinburgh?

Yes. 2 airlines: Ryanair UK, easyJet.

How far is London from Edinburgh?

The flight distance from London to Edinburgh 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 London to Edinburgh?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 59 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 295 km.

Is the return flight from Edinburgh to London 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 London to Edinburgh?

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 Stansted for this flight?

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