Are there direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh?

Yes, direct flights are commonly available from Southampton to Edinburgh. Historically, direct flights have accounted for 77.8% of all flight options on this route across the trailing 90 days. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop before reaching their destination. This indicates a strong preference and availability for non-stop travel on this route.

How long is the flight from Southampton to Edinburgh?

The direct flight from Southampton to Edinburgh typically takes 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 572 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extends to 7 hours and 20 minutes. This significant difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

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

Historically, direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh have been more expensive than connecting flights. Across the trailing 90 days, direct flights were approximately 62% more expensive on average. The median price for a direct flight was $254, while connecting flights had a median price of $157. Despite the higher cost, direct flights made up a significant portion of the options, accounting for 85.4% of all observed flights.

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2026-10-04 – 2026-10-05
SOU - Edinburgh
78% AI deal score
£154
£80
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77% AI deal score
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Southampton to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

A typical journey from Southampton to Edinburgh takes about 1h 45m, including connections. For itineraries that involve a stopover, the median connecting flight time is significantly longer, at 7h 20m. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 572 kilometers.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Southampton to Edinburgh, fares are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $135–$263, with a median of $263. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh? The most affordable month to fly is typically September, with a median fare of $135. Following closely, November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $139. April presents another option, with a median fare of $210.

For flights from Southampton to Edinburgh, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights making up 77.8% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals for this route show up several times a week.

How much is a round trip from Southampton to Edinburgh

Regular price: £119 - £226

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh is typically between 119 GBP and 226 GBP. The current lowest deal is 80 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Oct 4-Oct 5.

now £80

Low £119

High £226

The cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh is September, with a median price of $135. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $269. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from £135

May

Most Expensive

Flights from £269

Feb

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Southampton to Edinburgh

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£250

£154

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£260

£174

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£294

£184

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£299

£190

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£224

£149

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£248

£155

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

£294 → £184

37%

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

£299 → £190

37%

7 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 8

£250 → £154

38%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

£244 → £149

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh

Southampton - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Southampton to Edinburgh are below the typical level at $80.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $135

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh, at $135.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 45m

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

✈️ Airlines & availability

77.8% of recent flights are direct

Most recent flights on this route are direct, with 77.8% having no stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Livingston Energy Flight offers direct routes

Livingston Energy Flight provides direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly on this route

Deals on flights from Southampton to Edinburgh appear regularly.

Southampton main airports to depart from

Southampton (SOU)

Cheapest

Southampton Airport is a good option for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh.

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

💸 Flights from ~£110

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is ideal for reaching Edinburgh, offering a convenient arrival point for your journey.

📍 ~11 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~£78

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~£41

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, the best prices for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh are found when booking 60+ days in advance. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked in this window was $218. Booking 14-27 days out typically saw average prices around $247, while flights booked 28-59 days in advance had an average price of $257. Planning ahead by more than two months generally yields the most favorable fares.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Southampton to Edinburgh is considered to be $135 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $263. This means that approximately 25% of all observed prices were at or below $135, indicating a strong deal.

Historically, September and November have been the most affordable months to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh. In September, the median price was $135, and in November, it was $139. While April also showed a median price of $210, it was also the most expensive month on average. The annual median price for this route was $263, making September and November particularly attractive for budget-conscious travelers.

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Southampton to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Southampton to Edinburgh

Regular price: £119 - £226

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Southampton to Edinburgh is typically between 119 GBP and 226 GBP. The current lowest deal is 80 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Oct 4-Oct 5.

now £80

Low £119

High £226

The cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh

September

Cheapest

Flights from £135

May

Most Expensive

Flights from £269

Feb

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Southampton to Edinburgh

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£250

£154

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£260

£174

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£294

£184

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

easyJet UK

£299

£190

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£224

£149

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Edinburgh

Southampton (SOU) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

£248

£155

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

£294 → £184

37%

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

£299 → £190

37%

7 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 8

£250 → £154

38%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

£244 → £149

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh