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October 6 - October 20

Cheapest

MAD - Edinburgh

$140

$93

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October 6 - October 29

MAD - Edinburgh

$137

$94

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October 6 - October 26

MAD - Edinburgh

$137

$94

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October 6 - October 24

MAD - Edinburgh

$138

$94

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September 23 - September 29

Best

MAD - Edinburgh

$158

$95

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October 20 - October 31

MAD - Edinburgh

$147

$95

Round trip

October 20 - October 21

MAD - Edinburgh

$165

$95

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October 6 - October 21

MAD - Edinburgh

$139

$95

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September 16 - September 28

MAD - Edinburgh

$140

$96

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September 9 - September 28

Earliest

MAD - Edinburgh

$137

$96

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Insights for flights from Madrid to Edinburgh

Fares for flights from Madrid to Edinburgh typically range from $120–$224, with a median of $159. Right now, fares to Edinburgh are significantly above the typical level, with only 9% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better pricing.

When looking for cheap flights from Madrid to Edinburgh, the most affordable times to fly are typically February, with a median fare of $80, followed by December at $106, and October at $113. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical range.

A typical journey from Madrid to Edinburgh takes about 6h 55m, including connections. This is because most itineraries connect at least once, with a significant portion of flights involving 1 stopover when not flying direct. Only 35.6% of recent fares are for direct flights from Madrid to Edinburgh.

The route from Madrid to Edinburgh covers a distance of 1719 km, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. This distance often means that while direct flights are available, connecting itineraries are also common, influencing the overall travel time.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Edinburgh

Regular price: $112 - $322

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

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Edinburgh is between $112 and $322. The current lowest deal is $93 with easyJet UK, for travel from Oct 6 to Oct 20.

now $93

Low $112

High $322

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Edinburgh

Flights from Madrid to Edinburgh are cheapest in February, with a median price of $80. The most expensive month to fly is August, with a median price of $362. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $80

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $362

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Direct flights from Madrid to Edinburgh

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Edinburgh

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Edinburgh

Madrid (MAD) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Iberia Airlines

$238

$130

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Edinburgh

Madrid (MAD) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Iberia Airlines

$259

$133

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Edinburgh

Madrid (MAD) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

$245

$133

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Edinburgh

Madrid (MAD) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

$224

$121

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Edinburgh

Madrid (MAD) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

$244

$125

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Edinburgh

Madrid (MAD) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

$243

$125

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 26

$322 → $118

63%

6 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 26

$309 → $115

63%

2 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 30

$325 → $163

50%

1 night

Aug 29 - Aug 30

$325 → $164

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Edinburgh

Madrid - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level, with 9% of deals considered good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $80

Historically, February offers the lowest median price at $80, followed by December and October.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 6h 55m

The median flight time for this medium-haul route is 6 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 64.4% of deals, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK offers direct flights

easyJet UK is an airline that provides direct flight options for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for this route appear frequently, with an average of 1.03 deals per day.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas is a great option for flights from Madrid to Edinburgh.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$93

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Madrid to Edinburgh.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$93

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport is a major international hub with a similar route network to Edinburgh, making it a practical alternative.

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car or bus, but expect peak-time congestion).

💸 Flights from ~$109

Newcastle (NCL)

Newcastle Airport offers a wide range of international and charter flights, serving as a reliable alternative for south Scotland.

📍 ~140 km from Edinburgh (reachable by direct rail link).

💸 Flights from ~$126

Aberdeen (ABZ)

Aberdeen Airport is a significant regional hub with strong connections to European business centers.

📍 ~150 km from Edinburgh (reachable by rail or road, journey can take over 2.5 hours).

💸 Flights from ~$130

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)

Glasgow Prestwick Airport specializes in low-cost carrier routes and often has cheaper parking.

📍 ~100 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$115

Dundee (DND)

Dundee Airport is geographically close to Edinburgh and offers quick check-in due to its small size.

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car or train, but commercial schedule is extremely limited).

💸 Flights from ~$335

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

65% AI deal score

$1,132

From MAD

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

65% AI deal score

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

43% AI deal score

$1,061

From MAD

Elite

Jul 30

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

43% AI deal score

$1,074

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Madrid to Edinburgh is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price is around $153. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a significant price increase, with an average cost of $270. Planning ahead by at least four weeks can lead to more favorable prices.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Madrid to Edinburgh is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $120. The median price for this route has historically been $159. Prices typically range, with 75% of observed prices being $224 or less. Aiming for prices at or below the good price threshold of $120 can help secure a cost-effective journey.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Edinburgh are February, with a median price of $80, and December, with a median price of $106. October also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $113. The annual median price for this route is $159, indicating that certain months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

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