Journey information
Overview: Reading to Edinburgh flight
Flights from Reading to Edinburgh depart on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 29 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 22:35. The fastest flight covers the 323 miles (521 km) distance in 1h 15m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 323 miles (521 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Flights per day 38 |
Direct flights 29 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel February |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 22:35 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Reading to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$340
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Flights per day
46
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Reading to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Edinburgh will cost around $340 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 46 flights that leave Reading for Edinburgh onFri, Nov 07, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct flights cover the 521 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the longest flights will take 1 h 15 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Reading to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €79.
Distance: 323 miles (521 km)
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€86 Average price Cheapest | €142 Average price | €89 Average price |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Edinburgh flights for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1440 | 7:10 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 8:35 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1392+ BA8874 | 7:45 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h45 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1442 | 8:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2861 | 8:35 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA4102 | 8:40 AM Southampton Airport | 1h25 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2302 | 8:45 AM London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8702 | 8:50 AM London City Airport | 1h20 | 10:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2310 | 8:50 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 10:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8704 | 11:00 AM London City Airport | 1h20 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2304 | 11:55 AM London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 1:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX319+ LX8290 | 12:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 6h50 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8752+ BA8984 | 12:15 PM London City Airport | 2h40 | 2:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
U2312 | 12:30 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 1:50 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA4104 | 12:40 PM Southampton Airport | 1h25 | 2:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1450 | 12:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 2:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX457+ LX8290 | 1:30 PM London City Airport | 5h25 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1452 | 1:40 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX333+ LX8290 | 1:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h10 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
RK 1273 | 2:00 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h25 | 3:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8716 | 2:05 PM London City Airport | 1h20 | 3:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2811 | 2:50 PM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 4:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
OS336 · OS219+ OS7213 | 2:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 8h25 | 11:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1454 | 3:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8706 | 3:45 PM London City Airport | 1h15 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA4106 | 4:00 PM Southampton Airport | 1h25 | 5:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1458 | 4:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2314 | 4:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h15 | 5:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U26563 | 4:55 PM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 6:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1456 | 5:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 6:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8708 | 6:05 PM London City Airport | 1h20 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EN8779+ LH964 | 6:15 PM London City Airport | 5h00 | 11:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5659+ LH964 | 6:15 PM London City Airport | 5h00 | 11:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
RK 9817 | 6:15 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h25 | 7:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1460 | 6:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 7:50 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH917 · LH964 | 6:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 4h45 | 11:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX327+ LX8292 | 6:40 PM London Heathrow Airport | 12h40 | 7:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
U2815 | 6:45 PM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 8:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2605 | 6:45 PM London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 8:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8710 | 7:10 PM London City Airport | 1h20 | 8:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX467+ LX8292 | 7:10 PM London City Airport | 12h10 | 7:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8714 | 7:45 PM London City Airport | 1h15 | 9:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA4108 | 7:55 PM Southampton Airport | 1h25 | 9:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX339+ LX8292 | 8:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 11h15 | 7:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8718 | 8:30 PM London City Airport | 1h15 | 9:45 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1464 | 8:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 9:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
OS340 · OS207+ OS7309 | 6:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 11h05 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS340 · OS209+ OS7309 | 6:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 11h05 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1438 | 6:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 7:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2853 | 6:15 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 7:45 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH921 · LH960 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h15 | 11:45 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Reading to Edinburgh Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.

- Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world's largest arts festival featuring thousands of performances
- Edinburgh International Festival, a celebration of music, theatre, and dance from around the globe
- Beltane Fire Festival, a traditional Celtic festival marking the beginning of summer with fire displays and performances
- Edinburgh Christmas Market, a festive market offering crafts, food, and entertainment during the holiday season.
- New Year’s Day, a time for traditional celebrations and fireworks
- Easter Monday, a public holiday with springtime events and family gatherings
- May Day, marking the arrival of spring with various local festivities
- August Bank Holiday, an opportunity to enjoy late summer activities and events.
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.
popular airports
Popular airports from Reading to Edinburgh
- 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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