Can I fly direct from Exeter to Edinburgh?

Yes, direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh are available. Historically, approximately 29.5% of the flights on this route have been direct. For travelers who prefer not to have layovers, direct options are a possibility. When connecting flights are taken, the median number of stopovers is typically two.

How long is the flight from Exeter to Edinburgh?

A direct flight from Exeter to Edinburgh typically takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 580 kilometers. If your journey includes one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to approximately 7 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should consider this difference when planning their trip, as direct flights offer a considerably shorter travel duration.

How much more do direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh cost?

Historically, direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh are typically more expensive than connecting flights. On average, direct flights cost about 17% more than flights with stops. The median price for a direct flight is $337, while connecting flights have a median price of $289. Despite the higher cost, direct flights account for approximately 60% of the available options on this route.

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Exeter to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

A typical journey from Exeter to Edinburgh takes about 1h 45m for direct flights, while connecting itineraries average 14h 55m. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting. This means that while a direct flight is relatively short, you should expect a significantly longer travel time if your itinerary includes connections.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Exeter to Edinburgh, fares right now are below the typical level, with a median price of $282. Historically, prices for this route typically range from $209–$323. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significantly discounted fare may require flexibility.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $251. Following closely is November, with a median fare of $265. December also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $285, making these months generally more budget-friendly for this route.

The distance between Exeter and Edinburgh is approximately 580 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey, meaning flights are typically shorter and more frequent compared to longer international routes.

How much is a round trip from Exeter to Edinburgh

Regular price: £139 - £265

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

The regular price range for flights from Exeter to Edinburgh is between 139 GBP and 265 GBP. The current lowest deal is 143 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 4-Sep 6.

now £143

Low £139

High £265

The cheapest time to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh is February, with a median price of $251. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $355. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from £251

April

Most Expensive

Flights from £355

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

Livingston Energy Flight

Last-minute flights going from Exeter to Edinburgh

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£274

£254

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£306

£257

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£288

£230

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£296

£256

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£287

£270

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£274

£182

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

£274 → £182

33%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

£288 → £230

20%

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

£216 → £161

25%

1 night

Aug 11 - Aug 12

£226 → £173

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh

Exeter - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Exeter to Edinburgh are below the typical level, with deals around $143.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh, with a median price of $251.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 45m

Direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh typically take 1 hour and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

About 29.5% of recent flights from Exeter to Edinburgh are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct routes

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct flights on the Exeter to Edinburgh route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Exeter to Edinburgh appear regularly, with a 30-day cadence.

Exeter main airports to depart from

Exeter (EXT)

Cheapest

Exeter Airport offers a convenient departure point for flights to Edinburgh, often with competitive pricing.

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

💸 Flights from ~$172

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, tram)

💸 Flights from ~$172

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

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

📍 ~70 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~£202

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From EXT

Elite

Sep 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

49% AI deal score

$1,680

$1,396

Save $284

From EXT

Elite

Aug 10

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,442

From EXT

Elite

Jul 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,652

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Jul 08

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,662

From EXT

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Jun 24

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,836

From EXT

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Jul 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,893

From EXT

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Jul 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,900

From EXT

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Jul 26

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,904

From EXT

Elite

Aug 06

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$6,090

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Exeter to Edinburgh is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $284. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with tickets bought 7-13 days out averaging $334, and those purchased 14-27 days in advance averaging $345. Planning ahead by more than two months can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Exeter to Edinburgh is considered to be $209 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $282. Fares can go higher, with prices at the 75th percentile reaching $323. Aiming for a fare around $209 or below indicates you are securing a competitive deal for your travel.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh are February and November. In February, the median price for a flight is around $251, while in November, it is approximately $265. December also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $285. The annual median price for this route is $282, indicating that these months typically offer better value.

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Exeter to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Exeter to Edinburgh

Regular price: £139 - £265

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

The regular price range for flights from Exeter to Edinburgh is between 139 GBP and 265 GBP. The current lowest deal is 143 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 4-Sep 6.

now £143

Low £139

High £265

The cheapest time to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh

February

Cheapest

Flights from £251

April

Most Expensive

Flights from £355

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

Livingston Energy Flight

Last-minute flights going from Exeter to Edinburgh

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£274

£254

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£306

£257

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£288

£230

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Livingston Energy Flight

£296

£256

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£287

£270

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EXT - Edinburgh

Exeter (EXT) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£274

£182

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

£274 → £182

33%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

£288 → £230

20%

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

£216 → £161

25%

1 night

Aug 11 - Aug 12

£226 → £173

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh

Exeter - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Exeter to Edinburgh are below the typical level, with deals around $143.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh, with a median price of $251.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 45m

Direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh typically take 1 hour and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

About 29.5% of recent flights from Exeter to Edinburgh are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct routes

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct flights on the Exeter to Edinburgh route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Exeter to Edinburgh appear regularly, with a 30-day cadence.

Exeter main airports to depart from

Exeter (EXT)

Cheapest

Exeter Airport offers a convenient departure point for flights to Edinburgh, often with competitive pricing.

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

💸 Flights from ~$172

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, tram)

💸 Flights from ~$172

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

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

📍 ~70 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~£202

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Exeter to Edinburgh.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

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

From EXT

Elite

Sep 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

49% AI deal score

$1,680

$1,396

Save $284

From EXT

Elite

Aug 10

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,442

From EXT

Elite

Jul 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,652

From EXT

Elite

Jul 08

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,662

From EXT

Elite

Jun 24

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,836

From EXT

Elite

Jul 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,893

From EXT

Elite

Jul 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,900

From EXT

Elite

Jul 26

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$5,904

From EXT

Elite

Aug 06

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$6,090

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Cheap Flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

Today’s best flight deals from Exeter to Edinburgh

Exeter to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Exeter to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Exeter to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh

Exeter - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Direct flights take 1h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct routes

Deals appear regularly

Exeter 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 28

Aug 10

Jul 01

Jul 08

Jun 24

Jul 01

Jul 11

Jul 26

Aug 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

When should I buy Exeter to Edinburgh tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Exeter to Edinburgh?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh?

Can I fly direct from Exeter to Edinburgh?

How long is the flight from Exeter to Edinburgh?

How much more do direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh cost?

Related routes

More routes from Exeter

Flights to Edinburgh from other cities

Exeter to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Exeter to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Exeter to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh

Exeter - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Direct flights take 1h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct routes

Deals appear regularly

Exeter 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 28

Aug 10

Jul 01

Jul 08

Jun 24

Jul 01

Jul 11

Jul 26

Aug 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

When should I buy Exeter to Edinburgh tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Exeter to Edinburgh?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Exeter to Edinburgh?

Can I fly direct from Exeter to Edinburgh?

How long is the flight from Exeter to Edinburgh?

How much more do direct flights from Exeter to Edinburgh cost?

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