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September 21 - September 28

Cheapest

Best

SOU - Edinburgh

$215

$138

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September 7 - September 13

Best

SOU - Edinburgh

$217

$141

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September 4 - September 6

Best

Earliest

SOU - Edinburgh

$225

$144

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September 19 - September 20

Best

SOU - Edinburgh

$224

$146

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September 4 - September 7

Earliest

SOU - Edinburgh

$225

$147

Round trip

September 5 - September 6

SOU - Edinburgh

$226

$150

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October 5 - October 11

SOU - Edinburgh

$199

$150

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September 19 - September 21

SOU - Edinburgh

$224

$153

Round trip

September 7 - September 14

SOU - Edinburgh

$217

$153

Round trip

September 5 - September 7

SOU - Edinburgh

$226

$155

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Insights for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

A typical journey from Southampton to Edinburgh takes about 3h 30m, including connections. This duration accounts for the overall travel time, from departure in Southampton to arrival in Edinburgh, encompassing any layovers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Southampton to Edinburgh, prices right now are below the typical level. Over a 90-day window, fares for this route typically range from $212–$263, with a median of $252. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh? The most affordable month to fly is typically September, with a median fare of $135. November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $139. Another relatively cheaper option is April, where the median fare is around $210.

Regarding direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh, 85.4% of itineraries are non-stop, meaning almost all itineraries are non-stop. For the remaining itineraries that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

The route from Southampton to Edinburgh covers a distance of 572 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, which typically involves shorter travel times and fewer complex logistics compared to longer routes.

How much is a round trip from Southampton to Edinburgh

Regular price: $166 - $311

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

The regular price range for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh is between $166 and $311. The current lowest deal is $138 with easyJet UK, for travel from Sep 21-Sep 28.

now $138

Low $166

High $311

The cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh is September, with a median price of $135. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $357. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $135

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $357

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Oct

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Direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

Livingston Energy Flight

Last-minute flights going from Southampton to Edinburgh

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

$246

$198

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

$298

$200

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

$299

$237

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

$287

$200

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

$260

$191

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

$212

$192

One-way

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

3 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 23

$298 → $200

33%

1 night

Aug 15 - Aug 16

$257 → $164

36%

1 night

Jun 22 - Jun 23

$287 → $200

30%

2 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 6

$225 → $144

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh

Southampton - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Southampton to Edinburgh are below the typical level, with prices around $138.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $135

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh, with a median price of $135.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 30m

The median flight time for this route is 3 hours and 30 minutes, with most flights being direct.

✈️ Airlines & availability

85% of deals are direct

Most deals for this route are for direct flights, with 85% of recent offers being non-stop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct routes

Livingston Energy Flight has historically offered direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are uncommon for this route

Historically, good prices are uncommon for this route, appearing in only 2% of recent deals.

Southampton main airports to depart from

Southampton (SOU)

Cheapest

Southampton Airport is a good option for flights to Edinburgh, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~6 km from Southampton city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$138

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is ideal for direct flights to Edinburgh, offering convenient access to the city.

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

💸 Flights from ~$138

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport (GLA) can be a useful alternative arrival airport due to its proximity and comparable international network.

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

💸 Flights from ~$56

Newcastle (NCL)

Newcastle Airport (NCL) is a viable alternative, offering a wide range of international and charter flights.

📍 ~140 km from Edinburgh (reachable by direct rail in ~1 hour 30 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~$124

Aberdeen (ABZ)

Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) 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 ~$248

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$183

Dundee (DND)

Dundee Airport (DND) is geographically close to Edinburgh and offers quick check-in and security processes.

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$484

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

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Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

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From SOU

Elite

Jul 03

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

66% AI deal score

$1,954

$1,393

Save $561

From SOU

Elite

Oct 02

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

49% AI deal score

$1,685

$1,389

Save $296

From SOU

Elite

Jun 25

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

47% AI deal score

$1,761

$1,579

Save $182

From SOU

Elite

Jun 25

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

46% AI deal score

$1,833

$1,765

Save $68

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, booking flights from Southampton to Edinburgh 60+ days in advance typically yields the best prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was $218. For comparison, flights booked 14-27 days out had an average price of $247, while those booked 28-59 days in advance averaged $257. Planning ahead by more than 60 days can result in more favorable fares.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Southampton to Edinburgh is considered to be around $212 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $252. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed being $263 or less.

Historically, September and November have been the most affordable months to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh. In September, the median price was $135, and in November, it was $139. The annual median price for this route is $252, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. April also presented a relatively lower median price of $210.

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Insights for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Southampton to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Southampton to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh

Southampton - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically cheapest at $135

Direct flights take 3h 30m

85% of deals are direct

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct routes

Good prices are uncommon for this route

Southampton main airports to depart from

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

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Oct 02

Jun 25

Jun 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

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Are there direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh?

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