Cheap Flights from London Southend to Edinburgh

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Southend to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Southend to Edinburgh

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

London Southend to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

London to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$248
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from London Southend to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Southend to Edinburgh is $248. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Southend to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from $248.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from London Southend to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from London Southend to Edinburgh is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Southend Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Wednesday, 18 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Southend Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Flying from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SEN to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Southend Airport to Edinburgh Airport. These are the top stopovers between SEN and EDI:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Geneve Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Southend Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is $120. A return ticket right now is $248. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SEN to EDI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap flights from London Southend Airport to Edinburgh Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Finding cheap flights from SEN to EDI is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Southend Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about London Southend Airport (SEN)

  • When it comes to London Southend Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.91% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to London Southend Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near SEN. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Southend Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Southend Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:

  • Pick up an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from London Southend Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Edinburgh in January.

  • The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from London Southend Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SEN to EDI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

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