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Today’s best flight deals from Edinburgh to Inverness

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Edinburgh to Inverness

August 6 - August 11

Cheapest

EDI - Inverness

$258

$149

Round trip

July 7 - July 14

Best
Earliest

EDI - Inverness

$249

$152

Round trip

July 22 - July 29

EDI - Inverness

$239

$160

Round trip

October 6 - October 13

EDI - Inverness

$276

$161

Round trip

August 11 - August 18

EDI - Inverness

$252

$162

Round trip

August 7 - August 25

EDI - Inverness

$224

$163

Round trip

August 20 - August 26

EDI - Inverness

$252

$165

Round trip

September 10 - September 20

EDI - Inverness

$255

$166

Round trip

August 12 - August 19

EDI - Inverness

$252

$167

Round trip

July 7 - July 15

Earliest

EDI - Inverness

$246

$168

Round trip

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Edinburgh to Inverness

Right now, 70% of recent fares from Edinburgh to Inverness are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $159–$205, with a median of $186. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, making it an opportune time to consider booking.
When looking for cheap flights from Edinburgh to Inverness, the cheapest time to fly is often in September or January, both with a median fare of $107. December also presents a more affordable option, with a median fare of $112. These months offer the lowest median prices for the route.
A typical journey from Edinburgh to Inverness takes about 11h 5m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting. There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Inverness available, so all travel will involve at least one stop.
The distance between Edinburgh and Inverness is 182 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance typically means quicker travel, though the current flight options involve connecting itineraries. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on prices can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Edinburgh to Inverness

Regular price: $199 - $406

Prices for flights from Edinburgh to Inverness are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Edinburgh to Inverness is between $199 and $406. The current lowest deal is $149 with Ryanair, for travel from Aug 6-Aug 11.

now $149

Low $199

High $406

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Inverness

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Inverness is January, with a median price of $107. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1205. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $107

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,205

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Direct flights from Edinburgh to Inverness

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easyJet UK

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Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Edinburgh to Inverness

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Inverness

easyJet UK

Edinburgh (EDI) - Inverness (INV)

easyJet UK

$325

$261

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Inverness

easyJet UK

Edinburgh (EDI) - Inverness (INV)

easyJet UK

$333

$286

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Inverness

easyJet UK

Edinburgh (EDI) - Inverness (INV)

easyJet UK

$327

$238

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Inverness

easyJet UK

Edinburgh (EDI) - Inverness (INV)

easyJet UK

$256

$216

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Inverness

easyJet UK

Edinburgh (EDI) - Inverness (INV)

easyJet UK

$249

$152

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Inverness

Ryanair

Edinburgh (EDI) - Inverness (INV)

Ryanair

$246

$168

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Edinburgh to Inverness

7 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 13

$276  →  $161

42%

5 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 11

$258  →  $149

42%

7 nights

Jul 7 - Jul 14

$249  →  $152

39%

2 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 11

$266  →  $169

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Edinburgh to Inverness

Edinburgh - Inverness route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Edinburgh to Inverness are below the typical level, with 70% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September, January, or December for the best prices.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Edinburgh to Inverness are September, January, and December.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 11h 5m.

Flights from Edinburgh to Inverness typically involve connections, with a median duration of 11 hours 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common.

This route is connecting dominant, with 0% direct flights and a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers deals on this route.

Ryanair has recently offered deals for flights from Edinburgh to Inverness via Skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking connecting flights.

Since direct flights are not available, consider booking connecting flights for this route.

Edinburgh main airports to depart from

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Inverness, offering a good balance of price and accessibility.

📍 ~12 km from Edinburgh city center (reachable by car or tram)

💸 Flights from ~$149

Inverness main airports to arrive at

Inverness (INV)

Cheapest

Inverness Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Inverness and the surrounding Highlands.

📍 ~14 km from Inverness (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$149

Airports nearby Inverness used as alternative

Aberdeen (ABZ)

Aberdeen is a useful alternative with strong domestic and European connectivity, especially for business travel.

📍 ~180 km from Inverness (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow is a major international hub with significant transatlantic and holiday charter options.

📍 ~250 km from Inverness (ground transport can be complex)

💸 Flights from ~$94

Dundee (DND)

Dundee is a relatively close mainland airport, though it has very limited scheduled services and destinations.

📍 ~170 km from Inverness (accessible via the A9 south)

💸 Flights from ~$485

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)

Glasgow Prestwick is an alternative for specific low-cost carrier routes not found at other airports.

📍 ~290 km from Inverness (significant travel distance)

💸 Flights from ~$241

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Inverness

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Elite

Best Elite deals to Inverness

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From EDI

Elite

Aug 11

Inverness, United Kingdom

47% AI deal score

$1,770

$1,463

Save $307

From EDI

Elite

Jul 28

Inverness, United Kingdom

45% AI deal score

$1,864

$1,732

Save $132

From EDI

Elite

Jun 29

Inverness, United Kingdom

38% AI deal score

$1,856

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Inverness

To find potentially cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Looking into flights with layovers might sometimes present lower fares than direct options.

Booking in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less predictable. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your ground travel, it could potentially lead to savings on airfare. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.