How many flights from Edinburgh to Southampton are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 46.6% of flights from Edinburgh to Southampton have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers has typically been one. This indicates that while direct options are available, connecting flights are also a significant portion of the route's offerings.

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Southampton?

The typical direct flight from Edinburgh to Southampton has a median duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 572 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, on average, take considerably longer, with a median duration of 6 hours and 5 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

How often do cheap flights from Edinburgh to Southampton come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Edinburgh to Southampton come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent availability for good deals across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find favorable prices for this particular journey.

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To Southampton

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Today’s best flight deals from Edinburgh to Southampton

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Edinburgh to Southampton

2026-09-13 – 2026-09-27
EDI - Southampton
74% AI deal score
£165
£79
Round trip
2026-09-06 – 2026-09-13
EDI - Southampton
75% AI deal score
£182
£80
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2026-09-14 – 2026-09-19
EDI - Southampton
76% AI deal score
£184
£80
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2026-10-05 – 2026-10-09
EDI - Southampton
77% AI deal score
£166
£87
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2026-09-20 – 2026-09-28
EDI - Southampton
79% AI deal score
£176
£88
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2026-10-05 – 2026-10-12
EDI - Southampton
77% AI deal score
£161
£89
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2026-10-10 – 2026-10-11
EDI - Southampton
77% AI deal score
£167
£91
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2026-10-16 – 2026-10-19
EDI - Southampton
76% AI deal score
£166
£92
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2026-09-21 – 2026-09-28
EDI - Southampton
78% AI deal score
£181
£93
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2026-10-15 – 2026-10-19
EDI - Southampton
76% AI deal score
£167
£93
Round trip

Edinburgh to Southampton: Overview

Insights for flights from Edinburgh to Southampton

A typical journey from Edinburgh to Southampton takes about 1h 45m, including connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest typically involve one connection, which can extend the overall travel time. This route covers a distance of 572 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Edinburgh to Southampton, fares are typically $150–$238, with a median of $205. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings.

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Southampton is often in October, with a median fare of $134. Other cost-effective months include January, where the median fare is $146, and December, with a median fare of $148. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower prices.

How much is a round trip from Edinburgh to Southampton

Regular price: £123 - £326

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Edinburgh to Southampton typically range from 123 GBP to 326 GBP. The current lowest deal is 80 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Oct 11-Oct 19.

now £80

Low £123

High £326

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Southampton

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Southampton is December, with a median price of $146. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $417. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from £146

March

Most Expensive

Flights from £417

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Southampton

Livingston Energy Flight

Last-minute flights going from Edinburgh to Southampton

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

easyJet UK

£288

£195

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

easyJet UK

£213

£146

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

easyJet UK

£274

£163

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

Ryanair

£214

£132

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

Ryanair

£255

£133

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

Ryanair

£225

£139

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 5

£255 → £133

48%

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

£274 → £163

40%

1 night

Aug 3 - Aug 4

£255 → £148

42%

1 night

Sep 27 - Sep 28

£188 → £84

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Edinburgh to Southampton

Edinburgh - Southampton route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Edinburgh to Southampton are above the typical level, with 7% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October, January, and December offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 45m

The typical direct flight from Edinburgh to Southampton takes 1 hour and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

46.6% direct flights available

Historically, 46.6% of flights on this route are direct, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct routes

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Edinburgh to Southampton are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Edinburgh main airports to depart from

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Southampton, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~11 km from Edinburgh city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$146

Southampton main airports to arrive at

Southampton (SOU)

Cheapest

Southampton Airport is ideal for direct access to Southampton and the surrounding region.

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

💸 Flights from ~$146

Airports nearby Southampton used as alternative

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick is a major international hub with significantly more destinations than Southampton, offering excellent direct rail connectivity.

📍 ~135 km from Southampton (reachable by rail or road)

💸 Flights from ~£71

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Southampton

37% AI deal score

$2,068

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Southampton

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Edinburgh to Southampton is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been around $185. Booking closer to the departure date, such as 0-6 days out, has historically seen average prices rise to approximately $227. Similarly, booking 7-13 days in advance has shown an average price of $210.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Edinburgh to Southampton is considered to be $150 or less. The median price for this route has been $205. Fares around $238 or higher typically represent the more expensive end of the spectrum for this route.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Edinburgh to Southampton have been October, with a median price of $134, and January, with a median price of $146. December has also shown relatively low median prices at $148. The annual median price for this route has been $205, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Edinburgh to Southampton: Overview

Insights for flights from Edinburgh to Southampton

How much is a round trip from Edinburgh to Southampton

Regular price: £123 - £326

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Edinburgh to Southampton typically range from 123 GBP to 326 GBP. The current lowest deal is 80 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Oct 11-Oct 19.

now £80

Low £123

High £326

The cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Southampton

December

Cheapest

Flights from £146

March

Most Expensive

Flights from £417

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Southampton

Livingston Energy Flight

Last-minute flights going from Edinburgh to Southampton

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

easyJet UK

£288

£195

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

easyJet UK

£213

£146

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

easyJet UK

£274

£163

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

Ryanair

£214

£132

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

Ryanair

£255

£133

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EDI - Southampton

Edinburgh (EDI) - Southampton (SOU)

Ryanair

£225

£139

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 5

£255 → £133

48%

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

£274 → £163

40%

1 night

Aug 3 - Aug 4

£255 → £148

42%

1 night

Sep 27 - Sep 28

£188 → £84

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Edinburgh to Southampton