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Birmingham to Edinburgh flights

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Mon 21 Dec - Mon 28 Dec
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Tue 1 Dec - Sat 5 Dec
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Wed 9 Dec - Sat 12 Dec
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Sun 3 Jan - Thu 7 Jan
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Sun 10 Jan - Thu 14 Jan
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Sun 24 Jan - Sat 30 Jan
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Wed 2 Dec
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Wed 16 Dec
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Thu 24 Dec
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Thu 31 Dec
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Sun 17 Jan
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Cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Edinburgh

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of January. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Flight Duration1 h and 5 mFlights between Birmingham and Edinburgh take, on average, 1 h and 5 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors
Cheapest flight£23Cheapest price for a flight between Birmingham and Edinburgh found by our customers in the last 72 hours
Origin airportBirmingham AirportWhen flying from Birmingham to Edinburgh
Destination airportEdinburgh AirportFor the route from Birmingham to Edinburgh
High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Birmingham to Edinburgh
Airlines flying this routeEasyjetAirline(s) with flights between Birmingham to Edinburgh
One-way average Price£79The average price for a flight Birmingham - Edinburgh at Opodo is £79, based on the price of last 6 months
Best time to bookDecemberAccording to real data September is the most popular time to book a flight to Edinburgh when departing from Birmingham
Airlines that fly from Birmingham to Edinburgh
Easyjet
Easyjet
54£
Flybe
Flybe
Distance: 245 mi
Birmingham airports
Birmingham Airport (BHX)How far from city centre: 6 mi
Edinburgh airports
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)How far from city centre: 6 mi

Birmingham to Edinburgh flights

Direct Birmingham to Edinburgh flights take about 1 hour 7 minutes.

The cheapest tickets start from £23.

Departing from Birmingham

All departures leave from Birmingham Airport (BHX), which is accessible by several transport options:

  • Train: services from the city centre and London call at Birmingham International railway station, where the free AirRail Link runs to the airport
  • Coach: National Express runs frequent services linking the airport with central Birmingham
  • Car: drivers can use the M42 motorway, exiting at junction 6, or the A45 from the city centre

Arriving in Edinburgh: from the airport to the city

Edinburgh Airport is the busiest in Scotland, in the Ingliston area about six miles west of the city centre.

The Airlink 100 express bus runs directly to the city centre, with the N22 as the night bus. For the train, trams run from the terminal to Edinburgh Gateway, the closest railway station. Drivers reach the M9 and M90 motorways via the A8.

Things to do in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is shaped by its hills and historic architecture. Edinburgh Castle gives a glimpse into Scotland's past, and a hike up Arthur's Seat has wide views across the city. Walk the Royal Mile through the historic centre, or head to the Grassmarket for restaurants and fresh seafood.

The National Museum of Scotland and the post-modern Scottish Parliament building are worth a visit, and a whisky tasting tour introduces Scotland's most famous export.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh

How long is the flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
The domestic flight duration from Birmingham to Edinburgh is just one hour. The direct flight path is 251 miles between the two cities and travel north across the UK before cross the Scottish border and landing at Edinburgh Airport.
Is there a time change from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
Both cities follow Greenwich Mean Time.
What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase when travelling to Edinburgh?
The weather in the Scottish capital can be considerably colder than in Birmingham so warm clothes are essential in the winter months. No matter when you travel, comfortable walking shoes for exploring the area’s hilly terrain are a must and a light rain jacket can come in handy, even for trips taken in the summer.
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
When you fly from Birmingham to Edinburgh the average price is £79. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh is 23 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
When is the best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
The most popular months to book a flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh are September, January and October, based on the searches of our customers.

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