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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum covering science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history in one major city-centre complex.
Flights from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh depart on average 48 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 522 miles (841 km) distance in 1h 35m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 522 miles (841 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Flights per day 48 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 35m |
First flight 5:10 AM |
Last flight 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$437
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Flights per day
59
Distance
841 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh will cost around $437 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 59 flights that leave Düsseldorf for Edinburgh onSun, May 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct flights cover the 841 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sun, May 24 the longest flights will take 4 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.
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EW362
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SK1622 · SK2513Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $83, and a train costs an average of $754.
Distance: 522 miles (841 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$173 Average price | $149 Average price Cheapest | $754 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 10m Average total duration 22h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 43m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.5 - 5.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh costing on average $173 (€140).
A bus is $606 (€490) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh costing on average $754 (€610).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 13m.
Bus takes on average 22h 40m.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Edinburgh flights for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EW362 | 11:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h50 | 12:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1607 · AF1486 | 11:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h55 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1607 · AF1886 | 11:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h20 | 8:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1800 · KL933 | 12:25 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 11h45 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1800 · KL931 | 12:25 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h45 | 4:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4051+ LH115 · LH964 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 11h05 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4051+ LH2524 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h25 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4051+ LH113 · LH964 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 11h05 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1802 · KL933 | 2:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 9h40 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1019+ LX8290 | 2:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h20 | 6:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH75 · LH964 | 3:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h50 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK1622 · SK2513 | 3:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h05 | 6:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1407 · AF1686 | 4:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 18h55 | 10:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1407 · AF1886 | 4:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h10 | 8:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1804 · KL933 | 6:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h55 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1804 · KL925 | 6:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 17h00 | 10:15 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1804 · KL923 | 6:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 15h15 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4217+ LH964 | 6:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h30 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK628 · SK2513 | 8:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 23h05 | 6:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 24 | |||||
LH79 · LH960 | 6:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h55 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796+ KL923 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 3h10 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796+ KL925 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h55 | 10:15 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796+ KL931 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h50 | 4:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796+ KL927 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h00 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2031 · LH129 · LH960 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h45 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1796+ KL933 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 17h50 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1686+ AF1107 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h45 | 10:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1486 · AF1107 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h35 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1886+ AF1107 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 15h00 | 8:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1456 | 7:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h50 | 5:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1458 | 7:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 12h20 | 6:50 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1436 | 7:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h15 | 10:45 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1444 | 7:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h40 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1454 | 7:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 9h50 | 4:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1460 | 7:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 13h05 | 7:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1462 | 7:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 13h55 | 8:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925+ BA8714 | 7:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h20 | 8:50 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925+ BA8710 | 7:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 13h55 | 8:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4105+ LH103 · LH962 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 9h35 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4105+ LH99 · LH962 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 9h35 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4105+ LH101 · LH962 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 9h35 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH71 · LH960 | 8:50 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h15 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1307 · AF1486 | 9:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h05 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1886+ AF1307 | 9:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 12h30 | 8:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4107+ LH2524 | 9:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h55 | 4:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK1630 · SK2513 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 9h15 | 6:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH73 · LH962 | 10:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h30 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Scotland’s flagship museum covering science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history in one major city-centre complex.
The national art collection in central Edinburgh, with major European paintings and an excellent Scottish art selection.
Striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of figures from Scottish history, culture, and public life.
The Old Town’s most famous historic street, linking Edinburgh Castle and Holyroodhouse through dense medieval architecture.
Short, rewarding hill walk with some of Edinburgh’s best panoramic views, especially popular at sunrise and sunset.
The city’s most famous natural viewpoint, offering a memorable hike and sweeping views over Edinburgh and the coast.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a savoury pudding of minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, usually served with mashed turnips and potatoes. It is strongly associated with Edinburgh and Burns Sup
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, often finished with milk or cream. It is a classic warming starter found in many Edinburgh pubs and restaurants.
A traditional double-crust meat pie, usually filled with spiced minced mutton or beef. It is a classic bakery and football-day snack across Scotland and remains a familiar local comfort food.
Well-known gastropub from Tom Kitchin, serving polished Scottish pub classics in a relaxed setting. A good choice for traditional dishes with high-quality ingredients.
Long-running local favourite serving modern Scottish dishes with local produce. Friendly, reliable, and popular with visitors seeking approachable regional food.
Historic, atmospheric restaurant near Edinburgh Castle, known for refined Scottish cuisine and a dramatic Gothic setting popular for special occasions.
Moderate by UK standards. Attractions and pubs add up, but transport and casual dining are manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not included. Pubs: not expected. Taxis: round up. Hotels: optional for helpful service.
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