Belfast to Edinburgh flight with easyJet

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Journey information

Overview: Belfast to Edinburgh flight

United Kingdom

Flights from Belfast to Edinburgh depart on average 19 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

231 km

Average flight duration

57m

Cheapest ticket price

€21

Flights per day

Direct flights

Airlines

Fastest flight

50m

Cheapest month to travel

February

First flight

06:00

Last flight

21:20

Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from Belfast to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Apr 24

Cheapest price

€23

Average price

€429

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

53 m

Flights per day

Distance

231 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Belfast to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Belfast to Edinburgh will cost around €429 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast flights

Of the 25 flights that leave Belfast for Edinburgh every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Apr 24 the direct flights cover the 231 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest flights will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

RK 9450

04:25PM0h55

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

05:20PMEdinburgh Airport (EDI)

€231One-way

0 transfers

RK 178

06:00AM0h55

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

06:55AMEdinburgh Airport (EDI)

€231One-way

0 transfers

U2330

09:55PM0h50

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

10:45PMEdinburgh Airport (EDI)

€671One-way

0 transfers

U259

08:40PM0h55

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

09:35PMEdinburgh Airport (EDI)

€671One-way

0 transfers

U2328

05:20PM0h55

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

06:15PMEdinburgh Airport (EDI)

€691One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Belfast to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m.

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Most popular Flight	Bus
€72 Average price	€62 Average price Cheapest
3h 57m Average duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	10h 57m Average duration 10h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Belfast to Edinburgh flight times

Showing flights for today, Wednesday, April 23

Last updated at 11:59 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
BA8753+BA1458	1:35 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	5h50	7:25 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA8753 · BA8708	1:35 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	4h50	6:25 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA8753 · BA8710	1:35 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	5h45	7:20 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA1429 · BA1454	1:45 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	4h45	6:30 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA1429 · BA1458	1:45 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	5h40	7:25 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
U2330	2:05 PM Belfast International Airport (BFS)	0h55	3:00 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	0 transfersDirect
EI3656	2:20 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	0h55	3:15 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	0 transfersDirect
BA1417 · BA1450	3:05 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	5h25	8:30 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA1417 · BA1440	3:05 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	6h10	9:15 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA1417 · BA1458	3:05 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	4h20	7:25 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA8757 · BA8714	3:50 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	4h20	8:10 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA8757 · BA8710	3:50 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	3h30	7:20 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
RK 9450	4:05 PM Belfast International Airport (BFS)	0h55	5:00 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	0 transfersDirect
BA1419 · BA1440	5:15 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	4h00	9:15 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
EI3658	5:50 PM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	0h55	6:45 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	0 transfersDirect
U259	7:30 PM Belfast International Airport (BFS)	0h55	8:25 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	0 transfersDirect
Thursday, April 24
RK 178	5:00 AM Belfast International Airport (BFS)	0h55	5:55 AM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	0 transfersDirect
BA1427 · BA1436	5:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	5h30	11:05 AM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA8751 · BA8702	5:45 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	3h15	9:00 AM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA8751 · BA8704	5:45 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	6h00	11:45 AM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA8751+BA1442	5:45 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	6h25	12:10 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
EI3650	5:55 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	0h55	6:50 AM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	0 transfersDirect
U2324	7:20 AM Belfast International Airport (BFS)	0h50	8:10 AM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	0 transfersDirect
BA1423 · BA1450	8:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	4h20	12:55 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA1423 · BA1444	8:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	5h05	1:40 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
EI3652	9:20 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	0h55	10:15 AM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	0 transfersDirect
BA1421 · BA1448	11:40 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	4h00	3:40 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
BA1421 · BA1452	11:40 AM George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)	5h35	5:15 PM Edinburgh Airport (EDI)	1 transfer
This is the last flight of the day.

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Belfast to Edinburgh?

The best time to book your flight from Belfast to Edinburgh is 42 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Belfast to Edinburgh route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Belfast to Edinburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from Belfast to Edinburgh.

Flights

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Airlines: EasyJet, Aer Lingus and British Airways Belfast to Edinburgh

You can travel by flight from Belfast to Edinburgh with easyJet, Aer Lingus and British Airways for as low as €21. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

EasyJet is a British multinational budget airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN) and the largest UK-based airline based on the number of passengers carried. EasyJet flies to more than 150 destinations in Europe and North Africa, making it a very popular low-cost carrier for travellers. To keep fares as low as possible, tickets are non-refundable, and no complimentary snacks are served onboard. All easyJet fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for travellers bringing hand luggage and checked luggage.

Belfast to Edinburgh flight information with easyJet:

Average Duration: 50 min
Cheapest Price: €46

British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom with its headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Known as a full-service global airline, BA offers low fares year-round to destinations around the globe and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. BA is also the second largest airline based in the UK in terms of its fleet size and number of passengers carried.

British Airways from Belfast to Edinburgh flight information:

Average Duration: 4 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: €97

Ryanair is one of the most popular budget airlines in Europe offering cheap flights all over the continent. Founded in Ireland, Ryanair makes it easy to hop on a plane and fly to popular European destinations quickly and affordably. This low-cost airline is known for operating direct flights to smaller or secondary airports usually outside major cities to keep costs down. All Ryanair fare types include allowance of one small personal bag; additional fees tend to apply for bringing carry-on luggage and checked luggage.

Belfast to Edinburgh flight information with Ryanair:

Average Duration: 55 min
Cheapest Price: €21

FAQs: Belfast to Edinburgh Flight

FAQs: Take a flight from Belfast to Edinburgh hassle-free. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Belfast to Edinburgh.

Cheap plane tickets from Belfast to Edinburgh can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Belfast to Edinburgh is €72; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Belfast to Edinburgh flight travel time is 50 min for the 231 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The earliest flight from Belfast to Edinburgh leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest flight from Belfast to Edinburgh leaves at 21: 20.

Yes, there are 7 direct flights a day from Belfast to Edinburgh with easyJet, Aer Lingus or Ryanair. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.

Take the Belfast to Edinburgh flight with easyJet, Aer Lingus, British Airways, Ryanair or Bremer Straßenbahn AG. However, it's always good to check out all possible airlines for the trip from Belfast to Edinburgh as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Flights from Belfast to Edinburgh generally leave from Belfast International Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.

Belfast International Airport is 32 km away from Belfast city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.

The cheapest month for a flight from Belfast to Edinburgh is February.

You have options as you can travel to Edinburgh from Belfast 2 different ways: coach or flight.

Since neither Belfast nor Edinburgh are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is no time difference between Belfast and Edinburgh.

For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

Popular airports from Belfast to Edinburgh

Belfast

Edinburgh

The major airport for departures in Belfast is Belfast International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Belfast International Airport for your trip from Belfast to Edinburgh.

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