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Today’s best flight deals from Manchester to Edinburgh

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Manchester to Edinburgh

July 29 - August 28

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

MHT - Edinburgh

$894

$821

Round trip

September 6 - September 11

MHT - Edinburgh

$882

$826

Round trip

August 27 - September 11

MHT - Edinburgh

$854

$918

Round trip

September 17 - October 2

MHT - Edinburgh

$819

$918

Round trip

September 16 - September 22

MHT - Edinburgh

$876

$932

Round trip

August 22 - September 11

MHT - Edinburgh

$839

$948

Round trip

August 27 - September 4

MHT - Edinburgh

$894

$952

Round trip

August 26 - September 11

MHT - Edinburgh

$855

$954

Round trip

August 27 - September 16

MHT - Edinburgh

$839

$954

Round trip

August 16 - August 23

MHT - Edinburgh

$907

$981

Round trip

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Manchester to Edinburgh

Fares for flights from Manchester to Edinburgh typically range from $1101–$1403, with a median of $1240. Right now, fares are below the typical level for this route. While there are currently no recent fares classified as a good price, new deals show up several times a week, so setting a price alert can be beneficial for securing cheap flights from Manchester to Edinburgh.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Edinburgh, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $376. October is also a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $912, followed by April at a median of $1096. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.
A typical journey from Manchester to Edinburgh takes approximately 56h 52m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a distance of 4909 km. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 6.

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Edinburgh

Regular price: $810 - $1,363

Prices for flights from Manchester to Edinburgh are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $810 and $1,363. The current lowest deal is $821 with Breeze Airways, for travel from Jul 29-Aug 28.

now $821

Low $810

High $1,363

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from MHT to EDI is January, with a median price of $376. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1463. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $376

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,463

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Direct flights from Manchester to Edinburgh

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Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Edinburgh

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MHT - Edinburgh

American Airlines

Manchester (MHT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

American Airlines

$1,034

$1,578

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

MHT - Edinburgh

United Airlines

Manchester (MHT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

United Airlines

$1,011

$1,910

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MHT - Edinburgh

Breeze Airways

Manchester (MHT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Breeze Airways

$937

$1,319

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MHT - Edinburgh

United Airlines

Manchester (MHT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

United Airlines

$905

$1,704

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MHT - Edinburgh

American Airlines

Manchester (MHT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

American Airlines

$969

$1,134

One-way

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

MHT - Edinburgh

United Airlines

Manchester (MHT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

United Airlines

$957

$1,907

One-way

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

30 nights

Jul 29 - Aug 28

$894  →  $821

8%

5 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 11

$882  →  $826

6%

6 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 22

$876  →  $932

6%

8 nights

Aug 27 - Sep 4

$894  →  $952

6%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Edinburgh

Manchester - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Manchester to Edinburgh are below the typical level at $821.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $376

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Edinburgh, with a median price of $376.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 56h 52m

The median flight time for connecting flights from Manchester to Edinburgh is 56h 52m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available from Manchester to Edinburgh; all routes include stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Breeze Airways offers deals from $821

Breeze Airways recently offered a deal from Manchester to Edinburgh for $821.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals from Manchester to Edinburgh appear regularly, with about 0.23 deals per day.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester–Boston Regional (MHT)

Cheapest

Fly from Manchester–Boston Regional for a convenient departure to Edinburgh.

📍 ~8 km from Manchester city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$821

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is ideal for direct access to Edinburgh, offering a convenient arrival point.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, or tram)

💸 Flights from ~$821

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport is a major international hub with a similar route network to Edinburgh.

📍 ~65 km from Edinburgh (reachable by bus or car, but expect peak-time congestion).

💸 Flights from ~$790

Newcastle (NCL)

Newcastle Airport offers a wide range of international and charter flights not always available at EDI.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1122

Aberdeen (ABZ)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$836

Dundee (DND)

Dundee Airport is geographically very close to Edinburgh, with quick check-in and security processes.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1431

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower-cost options.

Booking in advance can often lead to better prices, especially for popular routes. However, sometimes last-minute deals may appear. It's usually beneficial to monitor price trends and book when you see a fare that fits your budget.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering this approach.