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Flights from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh depart on average 50 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) 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 40m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 522 miles (841 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Flights per day 50 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
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 Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$452
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Flights per day
52
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 $452 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 52 flights that leave Düsseldorf for Edinburgh onSat, Aug 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 22 the direct flights cover the 841 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sat, Aug 22 the longest flights will take 4 h 10 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.
EW362
EW9364
KL1802 · KL933
KL1802 · KL923
KL1804 · KL933
EW9364
EW362
KL1796 · KL923
SK1622 · SK2513
BA925 · BA1442Omio 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 flight with prices starting from $24. 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 flight costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $760.
Distance: 522 miles (841 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price | $760 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 28m Average total duration 22h 58m 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 flight is $55 (€45) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh costing on average $151 (€122).
A flight is $664 (€533) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Edinburgh costing on average $760 (€610).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 13m.
Bus takes on average 22h 58m.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Edinburgh flights for today, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
OS8846+ OS345 | 4:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 18h10 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5350+ LH121 · LH964 | 5:40 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 6h25 | 11:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX4429+ LX8290 | 5:50 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 24h10 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1804 · KL933 | 6:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h55 | 10:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1804 · KL923 | 6:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 15h15 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1804 · KL925 | 6:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 17h00 | 10:15 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW9364 | 6:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1h45 | 7:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH4217+ LH964 | 6:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h35 | 11:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK628 · SK2513 | 7:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 24h05 | 6:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1007 · AF1686 | 7:25 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 16h15 | 10:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS168 · OS345 | 8:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 15h00 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS250 · OS345 | 8:40 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 14h20 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 22 | |||||
LH79 · LH960 | 6:00 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h05 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK620 · SK2513 | 6:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 13h15 | 6:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2031 · LH95 · LH960 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h45 | 12:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1796 · KL925 | 6:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h50 | 10:15 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796 · KL927 | 6:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h55 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796 · KL923 | 6:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 3h05 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796 · KL933 | 6:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 16h45 | 10:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796 · KL931 | 6:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h45 | 4:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1107 · AF1486 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h35 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1107 · AF1886 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 15h00 | 8:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1107 · AF1686 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h45 | 10:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1107 · AF1386 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h20 | 2:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1446 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h40 | 12:50 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1460 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 13h35 | 7:45 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1452 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 9h15 | 3:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1436 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 11h25 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA1442 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h10 | 10:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925+ BA8712 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h15 | 1:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1798 · KL933 | 8:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h55 | 10:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1798 · KL927 | 8:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h05 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1798 · KL931 | 8:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h55 | 4:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1973 · LH99 · LH962 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 9h35 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1973 · LH103 · LH962 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 9h35 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4107+ LH103 · LH962 | 9:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h35 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS139+ LX8290+ OS162 | 9:40 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h20 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX1017+ LX8290 | 9:50 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h10 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH73 · LH962 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h55 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH73 · LH106 · LH2524 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h20 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH73 · LH108 · LH2524 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h20 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
SK1630 · SK2513 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 9h15 | 6:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH73 · LH1190+ LX8290 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h50 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH2007 · LH2524 | 10:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h00 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2007 · LH107 · LH962 | 10:30 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h35 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1800 · KL933 | 12:25 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h45 | 10:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1800 · KL931 | 12:25 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h45 | 4:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW9364 | 12:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1h45 | 1:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1977 · LH2524 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h25 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1977 · LH115 · LH964 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 11h05 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1977 · LH109 · LH964 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 11h05 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1977 · LH113 · LH964 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 11h05 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1802 · KL933 | 2:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h40 | 10:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1802 · KL923 | 2:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 19h00 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK1622 · SK2513 | 3:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h05 | 6:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4111+ LH117 · LH964 | 3:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h40 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4111+ LH115 · LH964 | 3:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h40 | 11:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Scotland's flagship museum covers science, design, natural history, and world cultures in a landmark building with excellent family appeal.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance onward, set dramatically on The Mound in the city centre.
Gallery of modern and contemporary art in a neoclassical building with sculpture park, strong changing exhibitions, and a peaceful setting.
Historic spine of the Old Town linking the castle and palace, lined with closes, landmarks, performers, shops, and layered city history.
Elegant shopping boulevard in the New Town with castle views, gardens below, major monuments, and strong access to central attractions.
Extinct volcano in Holyrood Park climbed for sweeping city views, sunrise walks, and one of Edinburgh's most memorable outdoor experiences.
A rich savoury pudding of sheep offal, oats, suet, onion and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties. Scotland’s national dish and central to Burns Suppers.
Mashed turnips and potatoes, usually served with haggis. This classic Scottish side is a staple of traditional Edinburgh meals.
A hearty soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions in milk or cream. Strongly linked to Scotland’s fishing heritage and widely loved in Edinburgh.
Refined Scottish fine dining in the Balmoral Hotel, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Historic oyster bar and restaurant serving Scottish seafood, shellfish and game in a lively, classic Victorian dining room.
Celebrated modern Scottish restaurant focused on local produce, creative small plates and a relaxed but high-quality neighbourhood feel.
Edinburgh is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels surge in festival season, dining is mid-to-high, and transit is reasonable but not especially cheap for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

Most Düsseldorf to Edinburgh flights use the Dusseldorf Airport to Edinburgh Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Edinburgh airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Dusseldorf Airport is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Dusseldorf Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 30 minutes, with paid options for longer use. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dusseldorf Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dusseldorf Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport is 4 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dusseldorf Weeze Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dusseldorf Weeze Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Edinburgh Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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