$15 Flights from Belfast (BELF) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $41. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Belfast to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Belfast to Edinburgh

Belfast to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Belfast to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Belfast to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$15
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time54 mins
Most popular airlineAer Lingus
Average flights per week86

Finding cheap flights from Belfast to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Belfast to Edinburgh is $41. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
54 minutes is the average flight time from Belfast to Edinburgh.
easyJet, Aer Lingus and British Airways fly direct from Belfast to Edinburgh.
There are 172 flights per week flying from Belfast to Edinburgh, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Edinburgh is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport on Friday, February 13, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 54 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Edinburgh is Ryanair.

Flying from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know

  • Start your trip planning by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Explore your options for setting off from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD), two of the city's main airports.

  • The average length of a direct Belfast to Edinburgh Airport flight is 55 minutes.

  • Belfast and Edinburgh (where Edinburgh Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.

  • The busiest route is from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), with 36 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from BFS to EDI is the 5:45am Ryanair UK service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 10:55pm with Ryanair UK.

  • Your flight from Belfast to EDI won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • With more travelers during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.

Airports in Belfast

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

  • Take the express route from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Nonstop flights from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) can be booked from here.

  • easyJet is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport jetting out of BFS.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with easyJet between BFS and EDI.

  • Located around 20 miles from central Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 2 hours.

  • Have an early flight from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Belfast International Airport:

  • Of the flights that depart from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% arrive on time at their destination.

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)

  • Planning to catch a flight from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)? Direct Belfast to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) plane tickets are available from here.

  • You can board a direct flight from Belfast to EDI with Aer Lingus. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of BHD.

  • Aer Lingus is the top choice for travelers flying from BHD to EDI.

  • Aer Lingus has the strongest on-time record of any carrier operating flights between George Best Belfast City Airport and Edinburgh Airport.

  • BHD is about 5 miles from central Belfast. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to EDI flight:

  • 68.3% of flights taking off from George Best Belfast City Airport make it to their destination as expected.

About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Have a late flight from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near EDI and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:

  • Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Belfast to Edinburgh Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • The center of Edinburgh is around 7 miles from Edinburgh Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.

  • Traveling by public transport takes around 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • $15 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport. A return flight starts at $41. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • To snag cheap flights from Belfast to EDI, book your plane ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • April is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Belfast to Edinburgh Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Belfast to EDI.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.

The best time to fly from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). June is the most popular month to visit Edinburgh. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in February.

  • Lock in a Belfast to EDI plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Edinburgh to range from 48ºF to 68ºF.

  • January sees temperatures of between 30ºF and 45ºF. Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Edinburgh

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Edinburgh right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Belfast to Edinburgh Airport:

  • Edinburgh Castle and Crown Jewels are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Edinburgh itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Шотландия.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen Edinburgh. Around 180 miles away to the south, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.

  • Preston is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 150 miles south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without seeing Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.

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