Cheap flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Southampton to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Southampton to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Southampton to Edinburgh

Southampton to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Southampton to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Southampton to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$158
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week71

Finding cheap flights from Southampton to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Southampton to Edinburgh is C$158. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Southampton to Edinburgh.
British Airways, Loganair and Blue Islands fly direct from Southampton to Edinburgh.
There are 76 flights per week flying from Southampton to Edinburgh, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Southampton to Edinburgh is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet and Loganair offer the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Traveling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport takes on average 1 hour 25 minutes. Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0 — identical to Southampton.

  • Pack your bags and choose from 19 weekly flights from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • Flying during a popular month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Traveling to Edinburgh (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is easy with British Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between SOU and EDI:

    • Jersey Airport

    • Dublin Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

  • You don't need your passport or a visa for travel within United Kingdom. You will need a valid proof of identity however, such as an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing list once you've booked cheap ticket from SOU to EDI.

How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport is C$78. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$158. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap flight tickets from SOU to EDI, book your journey 10 months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from SOU to EDI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)

  • Southampton Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 26 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to SOU? If you're on an early flight from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport to the center of Edinburgh is around 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

  • When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Edinburgh in February.

  • When booking your flight from Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from SOU to EDI sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

More about Edinburgh

  • Once you've locked in your flights from SOU to EDI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Edinburgh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:

  • Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Edinburgh to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out National Museum of Scotland.

Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've got your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Edinburgh.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.