Journey information
Overview: Dublin to Edinburgh flight
Flights from Dublin to Edinburgh depart on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 351 km distance in 1h 5m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 351 km |
Average flight duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Flights per day 22 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
Cheapest month to travel July |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Dublin to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€414
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Flights per day
34
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Dublin to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Edinburgh will cost around €414 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 34 flights that leave Dublin for Edinburgh onSun, Feb 08, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 08 the direct flights cover the 351 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sun, Feb 08 the longest flights will take 1 h 5 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.
EI3250
FR 808
FR 816
FR 818
BA8944
FR 808
FR 816
FR 818
FR 812
RK 814Live departures
Dublin to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Edinburgh flights for today, Saturday, February 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA827 · BA1460 | 3:10 PM Dublin Airport | 5h10 | 8:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA5972+ BA1464 | 3:30 PM Dublin Airport | 5h55 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA5972+ BA1460 | 3:30 PM Dublin Airport | 4h50 | 8:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA833 · BA1464 | 4:05 PM Dublin Airport | 5h20 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA833 · BA1460 | 4:05 PM Dublin Airport | 4h15 | 8:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA5974+ BA1464 | 4:30 PM Dublin Airport | 4h55 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 816 | 5:00 PM Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 6:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 818 | 8:00 PM Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 9:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
QR46 · QR31 | 9:20 PM Dublin Airport | 32h40 | 6:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, February 8 | |||||
FR 808 | 6:30 AM Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 7:35 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8944 | 6:30 AM Dublin Airport | 1h20 | 7:50 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EI3250 | 6:30 AM Dublin Airport | 1h20 | 7:50 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA5952+ BA1446 | 6:40 AM Dublin Airport | 5h10 | 11:50 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR20 · QR29 | 7:45 AM Dublin Airport | 28h50 | 12:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR20 · QR31 | 7:45 AM Dublin Airport | 22h15 | 6:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8946 | 10:10 AM Dublin Airport | 1h20 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EI3252 | 10:10 AM Dublin Airport | 1h20 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA4465 · BA8716 | 11:10 AM Dublin Airport | 5h05 | 4:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
EI3254 | 11:45 AM Dublin Airport | 1h15 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8996 | 11:45 AM Dublin Airport | 1h15 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RK 814 | 11:55 AM Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA5964+ BA1454 | 12:05 PM Dublin Airport | 5h35 | 5:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA5966+ BA1454 | 1:05 PM Dublin Airport | 4h35 | 5:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8950 | 1:25 PM Dublin Airport | 1h20 | 2:45 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EI3256 | 1:25 PM Dublin Airport | 1h20 | 2:45 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA831 · BA1458 | 1:40 PM Dublin Airport | 5h55 | 7:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA831 · BA1454 | 1:40 PM Dublin Airport | 4h00 | 5:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 812 | 2:05 PM Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA5968+ BA1458 | 2:15 PM Dublin Airport | 5h20 | 7:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR18 · QR31 | 2:20 PM Dublin Airport | 15h40 | 6:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR18 · QR29 | 2:20 PM Dublin Airport | 22h15 | 12:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Flights from Dublin to Edinburgh: Journey Details
Direct flights from Dublin to Edinburgh are operated by Ryanair and Aer Lingus, with nine departures a day and a flight time of just over 2.5 hours. Departures are from around 6:00 a.m., until just after 7:30 p.m. Other airlines, such as British Airways, Flybe and Lufthansa offer routes that involve connections and journey times of 7 hours or more.
Taking a Flight from Dublin
Flights from Dublin to Edinburgh depart from Dublin International Airport, located 10 km North of the city. Links between the airport and Dublin are operated by Aircoach and Dublin Bus, taking around 45 minutes for the transfer. Car rentals and taxis are also available at the airport. Dublin's public transport system is made up of local buses, operated by Dublin Bus, and the LUAS light-rail network.
Flying into Edinburgh
Scotland's capital, Edinburgh, is a charming city popular as a short-break destination. The imposing Edinburgh Castle, home to the annual Tattoo, towers over the city, while Prince's Street leading from the castle is home to high-end shopping, hotels and restaurants. Edinburgh's architecture is a blend of the medieval, with elegant Georgian crescents and modern buildings of steel and glass. Flights from Dublin to Edinburgh land at Edinburgh International Airport, located 9 km from the capital and linked by the Edinburgh Tramway and frequent Airlink Express Buses. These take around 30 minutes for the journey. Car rental desks and taxi ranks are located at the airport. First and Lothian Buses serve the city centre and the suburbs, while the NightBus route runs hourly throughout the night. The city is also served by suburban trains and the city's new tram system.
FAQs: Dublin to Edinburgh Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Edinburgh by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular airports
Popular airports from Dublin to Edinburgh
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in both terminals, includes WHSmith and The Loop.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, short-term from 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Several lounges including the DAA Executive Lounge.
- Located in both terminals.
- Bus: 16, 41, 102, 747
- Train: NA
- Metro: NA
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
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