- Must visit
National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
Flights from Southampton to Edinburgh depart on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 15 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 356 miles (574 km) distance in 1h 15m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 356 miles (574 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Flights per day 20 |
Direct flights 15 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 5:10 AM |
Last flight 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$317
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Flights per day
38
Distance
574 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh will cost around $317 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
Of the 38 flights that leave Southampton for Edinburgh onSun, Jun 07, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct flights cover the 574 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the longest flights will take 1 h 20 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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U2312Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. 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 $22, and a train costs an average of $100.
Distance: 356 miles (574 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price | $160 Average price | $196 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Edinburgh:
A flight is $23 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Southampton to Edinburgh costing on average $77 (€63).
A flight is $106 (€87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Edinburgh costing on average $160 (€131).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 14m.
Bus takes on average 11h 45m.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Edinburgh flights for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:15 AM Southampton | 1h20 | 7:35 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:20 AM Southampton | 1h30 | 7:50 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Southampton | 1h25 | 11:55 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Southampton | 1h25 | 4:40 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 PM Southampton | 1h20 | 8:25 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 PM Southampton | 1h25 | 10:50 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
The national art gallery in central Edinburgh, known for European masters and Scottish art. Easy to combine with Princes Street Gardens and the Royal Mile.
A striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of people who shaped Scottish history and culture. Popular for both the collection and the architecture.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street, linking the castle and Holyroodhouse through closes, courtyards, shops, and major heritage sites.
A central public garden below the castle with iconic skyline views, floral displays, and easy access to both Old and New Town sights.
One of the city’s classic viewpoints, known for panoramic views, monuments, and sunrise or sunset photography. Especially popular on social media.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a savory pudding traditionally made with minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, served with mashed turnips and potatoes.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, closely associated with the northeast but widely loved in Edinburgh.
A hearty traditional soup made with barley, root vegetables, and usually lamb or mutton, valued as classic Scottish comfort food.
A popular gastropub by Tom Kitchin serving refined Scottish pub classics in a warm, stylish, and relaxed setting.
A long-established local favorite serving traditional Scottish dishes with local ingredients in a comfortable, accessible city-center setting.
One of Scotland’s oldest pubs, offering classic Scottish food and a historic tavern atmosphere slightly outside the city center.
Expensive by UK standards. Hotels peak in summer and festival season, while pubs and casual dining are more manageable.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not already included. Round up for taxis. Tips are optional in pubs and cafes.
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