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

Direct flights are often the most convenient option, saving you time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest. Flights with connections may sometimes offer lower fares, so it's worth comparing both types of journeys.

Can flexible travel dates help on Glasgow 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 popular holiday periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may reveal cheaper options.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and payment processing fees. Some airlines may also charge for in-flight meals or entertainment. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2026-11-09 – 2026-11-12
GLA - Edinburgh
72% AI deal score
£186
£72
Round trip
2026-11-07 – 2026-11-09
GLA - Edinburgh
71% AI deal score
£195
£80
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2026-11-24 – 2026-11-27
GLA - Edinburgh
73% AI deal score
£167
£83
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2026-11-14 – 2026-11-15
GLA - Edinburgh
67% AI deal score
£173
£111
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2026-11-26 – 2026-11-29
GLA - Edinburgh
68% AI deal score
£207
£128
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2026-11-20 – 2026-11-22
GLA - Edinburgh
45% AI deal score
£167
£129
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2026-11-13 – 2026-11-15
GLA - Edinburgh
45% AI deal score
£173
£133
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2026-10-27 – 2026-10-31
GLA - Edinburgh
44% AI deal score
£249
£178
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GLA - Edinburgh
41% AI deal score
£243
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Glasgow to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh

For cheap flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh, fares typically range from $204–$537, with a median of $305. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh? The most affordable month to fly is typically December, with a median fare of $213. Another relatively cheaper option is August, where the median fare is $508.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How long is the flight from Glasgow to Edinburgh? A typical journey, including connections, takes about 7h 0m. This accounts for the time spent in transit and any layovers between flights.

The distance between Glasgow and Edinburgh is 67 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Regular price: £121 - £303

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

The regular price range for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh is typically between 121 GBP and 303 GBP. The current lowest deal is 109 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Dec 9-Dec 16.

now £109

Low £121

High £303

The cheapest time to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh is December, with a median price of $213. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $508. Prices are generally lower from August to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from £213

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £508

Aug

Dec

Direct flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh

easyJet UK

Ryanair

KLM

Livingston Energy Flight

Last-minute flights going from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£194

£112

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£194

£153

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£173

£133

One-way

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£170

£84

One-way

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£170

£102

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£154

£82

One-way

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

1 night

Dec 9 - Dec 10

£167 → £109

35%

2 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 17

£167 → £109

35%

2 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 9

£167 → £116

31%

5 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 26

£164 → £114

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Glasgow - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Glasgow to Edinburgh are below the typical level at $109.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh, with a median price of $213.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 7h 0m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh is 7h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK has 86 direct deals

easyJet UK offers 86 direct deals, making it a frequent choice for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Flight deals from Glasgow to Edinburgh are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Glasgow main airports to depart from

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport (GLA) is a convenient option for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh.

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

💸 Flights from ~£76

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is another option for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh.

📍 ~45 km from Glasgow city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~£196

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~11 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£77

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

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

📍 ~55 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car, rail, or bus; travel time 1-1.5 hours).

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Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

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From GLA

Elite

Jan 27

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 27

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 16

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 16

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

From GLA

Elite

Jan 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

To find potentially cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various flight comparison sites can also help you identify better deals. Look out for flights during off-peak seasons, as these often have lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, may help you secure better prices. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Last-minute bookings sometimes carry a higher cost.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal additional flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary for every route, it's a strategy that may offer more choices. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to and from these alternative airports.

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Glasgow to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How long is the flight from Glasgow to Edinburgh? A typical journey, including connections, takes about 7h 0m. This accounts for the time spent in transit and any layovers between flights.

The distance between Glasgow and Edinburgh is 67 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Regular price: £121 - £303

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

The regular price range for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh is typically between 121 GBP and 303 GBP. The current lowest deal is 109 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Dec 9-Dec 16.

now £109

Low £121

High £303

The cheapest time to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh

December

Cheapest

Flights from £213

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £508

Aug

Dec

Direct flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh

easyJet UK

Ryanair

KLM

Livingston Energy Flight

Last-minute flights going from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£194

£112

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£194

£153

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£173

£133

One-way

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£170

£84

One-way

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£170

£102

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

GLA - Edinburgh

Glasgow (GLA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

£154

£82

One-way

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

1 night

Dec 9 - Dec 10

£167 → £109

35%

2 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 17

£167 → £109

35%

2 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 9

£167 → £116

31%

5 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 26

£164 → £114

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Glasgow - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Glasgow to Edinburgh are below the typical level at $109.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh, with a median price of $213.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 7h 0m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh is 7h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK has 86 direct deals

easyJet UK offers 86 direct deals, making it a frequent choice for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Flight deals from Glasgow to Edinburgh are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Glasgow main airports to depart from

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport (GLA) is a convenient option for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh.

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

💸 Flights from ~£76

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is another option for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh.

📍 ~45 km from Glasgow city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~£196

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~11 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£77

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

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

📍 ~55 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car, rail, or bus; travel time 1-1.5 hours).

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

36% AI deal score

$1,491

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Cheap Flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Today’s best flight deals from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Glasgow to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Glasgow to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Glasgow - Edinburgh route insights

Fares are below the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 7h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

easyJet UK has 86 direct deals

Deals are rare for this route

Glasgow 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

Jan 27

Jan 23

Jan 27

Jan 20

Jan 16

Jan 23

Jan 20

Jan 23

Jan 16

Jan 23

Jan 20

Jan 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

How can I find cheap flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh?

When should I book flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Glasgow to Edinburgh flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Glasgow

Flights to Edinburgh from other cities

Glasgow to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Glasgow to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Glasgow to Edinburgh

Glasgow - Edinburgh route insights

Fares are below the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 7h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

easyJet UK has 86 direct deals

Deals are rare for this route

Glasgow 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

Jan 27

Jan 23

Jan 27

Jan 20

Jan 16

Jan 23

Jan 20

Jan 23

Jan 16

Jan 23

Jan 20

Jan 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

How can I find cheap flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh?

When should I book flights from Glasgow to Edinburgh?

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