What percentage of Rome to Edinburgh flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 13.3% of flights from Rome to Edinburgh were direct. The majority of flights on this route typically involve at least one stopover. For flights that include connections, the median number of stopovers observed was one. This indicates that travelers should anticipate a connecting flight when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Rome to Edinburgh?

The typical direct flight from Rome to Edinburgh has a median duration of 3 hours and 15 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median duration significantly increases to 9 hours and 5 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for travelers seeking a quicker journey. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1934 kilometers.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Rome to Edinburgh are considered frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find good deals on this route. The consistent availability of competitive fares makes it a favorable route for budget-conscious travelers. Travelers can typically expect to find attractive prices with some regularity.

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Rome to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Rome to Edinburgh

Fares for flights from Rome to Edinburgh typically range from $128–$224, with a median of $167. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 24% of recent fares from Rome to Edinburgh have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals do appear regularly.

When considering cheap flights from Rome to Edinburgh, the data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of just $120. Following closely, December also offers lower prices, with a median of $135. June presents another good option, with a median fare of $141.

A typical journey from Rome to Edinburgh takes approximately 8h 25m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 13.3% of recent fares were for direct flights from Rome to Edinburgh, meaning you will likely have at least one stop on your trip.

The distance between Rome and Edinburgh is 1934 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves a longer travel time compared to short-haul routes, often necessitating connections.

How much is a round trip from Rome to Edinburgh

Regular price: €108 - €349

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Rome to Edinburgh is 108 EUR to 349 EUR. The current lowest deal is 68 EUR with Ryanair for travel from Sep 8 to Sep 26.

now 68 €

Low 108 €

High 349 €

The cheapest time to fly from Rome to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Edinburgh is January, with a median price of $120. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $254. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from 120 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 254 €

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Direct flights from Rome to Edinburgh

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Rome to Edinburgh

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CIA - Edinburgh

Rome (CIA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

453 €

193 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CIA - Edinburgh

Rome (CIA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

443 €

217 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CIA - Edinburgh

Rome (CIA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

543 €

159 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CIA - Edinburgh

Rome (CIA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

533 €

156 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CIA - Edinburgh

Rome (CIA) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

503 €

244 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Edinburgh

Rome (FCO) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Jet2.com

253 €

147 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 7

543 € → 159 €

71%

1 night

Aug 5 - Aug 6

533 € → 156 €

71%

3 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 29

452 € → 100 €

78%

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

453 € → 109 €

76%

Popular Airports to fly from Rome to Edinburgh

Rome - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Rome to Edinburgh are below the typical level, with deals around $68.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Edinburgh, with a median price of $120.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 8h 25m

Flights from Rome to Edinburgh typically take 8h 25m, with one stopover being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 13.3% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair has offered direct flights from Rome to Edinburgh, with deals available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Rome to Edinburgh are frequent, with 24% of recent fares considered good prices.

Rome main airports to depart from

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International (CIA)

Cheapest

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International is a good option for flights from Rome to Edinburgh.

📍 ~15 km from Rome city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$78

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is ideal for direct access to Edinburgh, offering convenient travel from Rome.

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

💸 Flights from ~$78

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport is a useful alternative with a similar route network and excellent transport links to Edinburgh.

📍 ~65 km from Edinburgh (reachable by bus or car, but expect peak-time congestion).

💸 Flights from ~$56

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Rome to Edinburgh is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this booking window, the average price observed was $145. In contrast, waiting until 0-6 days before departure saw average prices rise to $163. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out historically resulted in higher average prices of $224, indicating that very early booking might not always yield the best value.

Across the trailing quarter, a price of $128 or less is considered a good deal for a flight from Rome to Edinburgh. The median price for this route during the same period was $167. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $224 or less. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices around or below the $128 threshold.

Historically, January has shown to be the cheapest month for flights from Rome to Edinburgh, with a median price of $120. December also offers competitive prices, with a median of $135. June, while also listed among the cheaper months with a median of $141, was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, suggesting price variability within that month. The annual median price for this route is $167.

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Rome to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Rome to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Rome to Edinburgh

Regular price: €108 - €349

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Rome to Edinburgh is 108 EUR to 349 EUR. The current lowest deal is 68 EUR with Ryanair for travel from Sep 8 to Sep 26.

now 68 €

Low 108 €

High 349 €

The cheapest time to fly from Rome to Edinburgh

January

Cheapest

Flights from 120 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 254 €

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Dec