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Cheapest time to fly from Belfast 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 December. 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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Airlines that fly from Belfast to Edinburgh

Easyjet

54€

Flybe

Distance: 230 km

Belfast airports

Belfast International Airport (BFS)How far from city centre: 20 km

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)How far from city centre: 4 km

Edinburgh airports

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)How far from city centre: 10 km

Book your flight from Belfast to Edinburgh

Find direct and indirect flights from Belfast to Edinburgh (United Kingdom) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

The lowest fare booked on this route in recent days was €12, though the price you see will depend on your travel dates and departure times.

A direct flight from Belfast to Edinburgh takes around 55 minutes, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Belfast and Edinburgh

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

Departure airport: Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Arrival airport: Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Weather in Edinburgh

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Edinburgh, the average temperature floats around 18ºC in the warmest months and 1ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

Highs: up to 19ºC
Lows: down to 1ºC
Hottest month: July
Coldest month: December
Driest month: April
Wettest month: October

How to save when flying from Belfast to Edinburgh

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Belfast to Edinburgh:

Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Edinburgh. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Belfast to Edinburgh

On average, what is the price of a Belfast to Edinburgh flight?

When flying from Belfast to Edinburgh the average price will be €58. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.

For flights from Belfast to Edinburgh, how can I find the cheapest price?

On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Belfast and Edinburgh. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.

When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Belfast to Edinburgh flights?

The most popular month for flights from Belfast to Edinburgh are: April, November and March.

When is the best time to travel from Belfast to Edinburgh?

A good period of the year to visit Edinburgh from Belfast really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, December is the best month to fly to Edinburgh from Belfast, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by November and June. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds April, May and July are the months with fewer searches for the route Belfast - Edinburgh.

What is the duration of a flight from Belfast to Edinburgh?

Flight time, on average, from Belfast to Edinburgh is usually 50 minutes on average, at an average distance of 229.96 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

What is the weather like in Edinburgh compared to Belfast?

The average temperature in Belfast is 15º degrees in summer. Edinburgh reaches 15º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 4º degrees in Edinburgh, compared to the 5º average degrees in Belfast.

Which airports have flights between Belfast and Edinburgh?

The most common route form Belfast to Edinburgh is: Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Edinburgh Airport(EDI). These airlines fly this route:

What airlines fly from Belfast to Edinburgh?

Airlines that have direct flight routes from Belfast to Edinburgh are:

Ryanair UK.
Easyjet.
Aer Lingus.

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