Are direct flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and demand. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time when choosing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Aberdeen to Edinburgh flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may reveal cheaper options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Aberdeen to Edinburgh flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these additional fees can help you calculate the true cost of your trip.

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£161
£113
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Aberdeen to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Right now, 6% of recent fares for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh are considered a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $177–$288, with a median of $227. Current prices are significantly above the typical level, suggesting that it may be beneficial to monitor fare fluctuations. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When looking for cheap flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh, the data indicates that April is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $183. Following closely, March also offers competitive prices, with a median of $198. June presents another relatively economical option, showing a median fare of $209.

A typical journey from Aberdeen to Edinburgh takes about 10h 30m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route connect at least once. Travelers should anticipate at least one stopover for the majority of available flights.

The distance between Aberdeen and Edinburgh is 157 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance means that while the journey itself is brief, connecting flights often extend the total travel time significantly.

How much is a round trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Regular price: £123 - £263

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

The regular price range for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is typically between 123 GBP and 263 GBP. The current lowest deal is 113 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 22.

now £113

Low £123

High £263

The cheapest time to fly from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is April, with a median price of $183. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $343. Generally, prices are lower from March to July.

April

Cheapest

Flights from £183

January

Most Expensive

Flights from £343

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Direct flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

easyJet UK

Aer Lingus

Ryanair

Livingston Energy Flight

Last-minute flights going from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£308

£247

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£250

£204

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£303

£227

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£308

£240

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£247

£271

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£303

£274

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 26

£267 → £153

43%

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

£303 → £227

25%

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

£308 → £232

25%

2 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 22

£309 → £240

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Aberdeen - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Aberdeen to Edinburgh are below the typical level at $113.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April, March, and June offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 10h 30m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is 10h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 1 stopover on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK offers frequent deals

easyJet UK has 49 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Aberdeen main airports to depart from

Aberdeen (ABZ)

Cheapest

Aberdeen Airport is a convenient choice for flights to Edinburgh, offering competitive pricing.

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

💸 Flights from ~$171

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$171

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car, direct bus services)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

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Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

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

From ABZ

Elite

Sep 02

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,527

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Sep 07

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,529

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Dec 10

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,552

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Dec 09

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,552

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Dec 16

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,586

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Sep 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,613

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Dec 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,626

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Jan 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,628

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Sep 08

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,677

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Dec 17

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,690

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Aug 24

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,708

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

From ABZ

Elite

Dec 18

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,788

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Finding affordable flights often involves comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites. Being flexible with your travel dates and considering flights during the off-peak season can also help reduce costs. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks to a few months before your departure, can usually result in better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor fare trends. Prices may fluctuate based on demand and seasonality.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover more economical flight options or different schedules. While it may require additional ground transportation, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the total travel time and cost when considering this approach.

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Aberdeen to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Regular price: £123 - £263

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

The regular price range for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is typically between 123 GBP and 263 GBP. The current lowest deal is 113 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 22.

now £113

Low £123

High £263

The cheapest time to fly from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

April

Cheapest

Flights from £183

January

Most Expensive

Flights from £343

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Direct flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

easyJet UK

Aer Lingus

Ryanair

Livingston Energy Flight

Last-minute flights going from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£308

£247

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£250

£204

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£303

£227

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£308

£240

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£247

£271

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ABZ - Edinburgh

Aberdeen (ABZ) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£303

£274

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 26

£267 → £153

43%

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

£303 → £227

25%

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

£308 → £232

25%

2 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 22

£309 → £240

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Aberdeen - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Aberdeen to Edinburgh are below the typical level at $113.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April, March, and June offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 10h 30m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is 10h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 1 stopover on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK offers frequent deals

easyJet UK has 49 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Aberdeen main airports to depart from

Aberdeen (ABZ)

Cheapest

Aberdeen Airport is a convenient choice for flights to Edinburgh, offering competitive pricing.

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

💸 Flights from ~$171

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$171

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car, direct bus services)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

41% AI deal score

$1,788

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Cheap Flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Today’s best flight deals from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Aberdeen to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Aberdeen - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in April for the best prices

Connecting flights take 10h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

easyJet UK offers frequent deals

Deals appear frequently

Aberdeen 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

Sep 02

Sep 07

Dec 10

Dec 09

Dec 16

Sep 01

Dec 23

Jan 05

Sep 08

Dec 17

Aug 24

Dec 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

How can I find cheap flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

When should I book flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

Are direct flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Aberdeen to Edinburgh flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Aberdeen to Edinburgh flights?

Related routes

More routes from Aberdeen

Flights to Edinburgh from other cities

Aberdeen to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Aberdeen - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in April for the best prices

Connecting flights take 10h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

easyJet UK offers frequent deals

Deals appear frequently

Aberdeen 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

Sep 02

Sep 07

Dec 10

Dec 09

Dec 16

Sep 01

Dec 23

Jan 05

Sep 08

Dec 17

Aug 24

Dec 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

How can I find cheap flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

When should I book flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?