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Sun, 29 Dec BHX - EDI

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Flight route information

Currency and price comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket

10% Trains in Edinburgh are 10% cheaper than in Birmingham.

Birmingham £2.2

Edinburgh £2

Meal Mid-priced restaurant

6% The average meal is 6% more expensive in Edinburgh than in Birmingham.

Birmingham £15

Edinburgh £15.83

Taxi Standard daytime start rate

20% A taxi fare in Edinburgh is 20% cheaper than in Birmingham.

Birmingham £5

Edinburgh £4

Coffee Regular cappuccino

7% Coffee is 7% more expensive in Edinburgh than in Birmingham.

Birmingham £3.36

Edinburgh £3.59

Distance: 245 miles

Birmingham airports

Birmingham Intl (BHX) How far from city centre: 6 miles

Edinburgh airports

Turnhouse (EDI) How far from city centre: 6 miles

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Useful information for the flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh

How long is the flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The domestic flight duration from Birmingham to Edinburgh is just one hour. The direct flight path is 251 miles between the two cities and travel north across the UK before cross the Scottish border and landing at Edinburgh Airport.

Is there a time change from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

There is no time difference to consider when you travel on a cheap flight between Birmingham and Edinburgh. Both cities follow Greenwich Mean Time.

What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase when travelling to Edinburgh?

The weather in the Scottish capital can be considerably colder than in Birmingham so warm clothes are essential in the winter months. No matter when you travel, comfortable walking shoes for exploring the area’s hilly terrain are a must and a light rain jacket can come in handy, even for trips taken in the summer.

Which airlines fly from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Cheap flights between Birmingham and Edinburgh are offered by one airline.

Flybe cheap flights

How to find cheap flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Here are our six tips to secure better prices for flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh, hotels and car hire:

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When are the best times to fly from Birmingham to Edinburgh

July is the height of the summer in Edinburgh with the average daytime temperatures peaking at 18-19 degrees. The climate in July is ideal for city breaks exploring the iconic Edinburgh Castle and taking a hike up Arthur's Seat before the crowds arrive in August for the annual art's festival.
August is the busiest month in Edinburgh which sees thousands of comedians, actors and other performers descend on the city for the Fringe Festival. While this is the most popular time to visit, accommodation in high demand, the opportunity for artistic pursuits and the festive atmosphere are unrivalled.
December might have the shortest days but it is also when visitors to the city can bask in the holiday cheer. Princes Street Gardens are home to the Christmas market and the streets around Edinburgh's historic centre are festooned with fairy lights.

Airports in Birmingham

Birmingham has one airport which serves the city and the wider metropolitan area. It is one of the UK's major international hubs and the 7th busiest in the country.

Useful information about Birmingham Airport

Birmingham Airport is situated 8 miles to the east of the city centre.

How to get to Birmingham Airport:

By rail –Trains between Birmingham and London call at the airport's dedicated railway station from where passengers can connect with the free AirRail link for onward travel to the terminal building.
By car – the M42 motorway serves Birmingham Airport. Drivers should exit at junction 6 and then follow the signs to the airport. The A45 connects the airport to Birmingham city centre.
By coach – National Express operates a coach service to the city centre and also to a number of locations across the country including Manchester, Leeds and London.

Airports in Edinburgh

Edinburgh has one airport which is located in the Ingliston area of the city. It is the biggest airport in Scotland and 6th most visited in the United Kingdom.

Useful information about Edinburgh Airport

The airport in Edinburgh is located 6 miles to the west of the city centre.

How to get from Edinburgh Airport to the city

By bus – Several local buses serve the city and the wider area. The most useful for visitors is the Airlink 100, an express service from the airport to downtown Edinburgh. N22 is the night bus service.
By car – The airport is served by the A8 which connects to both the M9 and M9 motorways.
By train – Edinburgh Gateway is the closest train station to the airport. From here, trams ferry passengers to the airport.

What to do and visit in Edinburgh

Visit the iconic Edinburgh Castle
Take in the views of Edinburgh from Arthur's Seat
Browse the National Museum of Scotland
Stroll down Princes Street and marvel at the buildings
Go on a whiskey tasting tour and sample Scotland's most famous tipple
Dine on fresh seafood
Visit the post-modern Scottish Parliament building and even watch the politicians in action

Frequently asked questions about flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions United Kingdom may apply when travelling from Birmingham. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

How can I find cheap flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh is 27£. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Edinburgh expensive to visit compared to Birmingham?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Edinburgh costs an average of 4.00 GBP, 20% cheaper than Birmingham, with a fare of 5.00 GBP, while train tickets costs 9% less in Edinburgh: 2.00 GBP against 2.20 GBP in Birmingham. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 15.83 GBP in Edinburgh, 6% more than the 15.00 GBP in Birmingham. The price of the coffee is around 7% more expensive in Edinburgh, with an average of 3.59 GBP , while in Birmingham the coffee costs 3.36 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The most popular months to book a trip from Birmingham to Edinburgh are July, August and September, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The best time of the year to go to Edinburgh when flying from Birmingham depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, August is the top 1º month to fly to Edinburgh from Birmingham in terms of searches from our customer, followed by July and October. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, January, February and March are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Birmingham - Edinburgh.

How long does the flight take to go from Birmingham to Edinburgh?

The total flight time between Birmingham and Edinburgh is of around 01:15 hours on average, considering an average distance of 403 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Edinburgh compared to Birmingham?

While in Birmingham the temperatures can reach an average of 27.42 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6.0 mm ,Edinburgh's temperatures can go up to 24.09 ºC during the hot season, with 3.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -4.11 ºC in Edinburgh, compared to the -3.11 ºC average degrees reported in Birmingham. During the winter period, Birmingham can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Edinburgh have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Birmingham and Edinburgh?

The main airport route flying between Birmingham and Edinburgh is: Birmingham Intl (BHX) to Turnhouse (EDI). This route is covered by the following airline(s): Easyjet. Flybe.

Airlines with indirect flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh are:

Flybe, stopping in Belfast for 790 minutes minimum.

Flight Duration 1 h and 15 m Flights between Birmingham and Edinburgh take, on average, 1 h and 15 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight £27 Cheapest price for a flight between Birmingham and Edinburgh found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Departing Airport Birmingham Intl The airport Birmingham Intl is the departure airport operating flights between Birmingham and Edinburgh

Arriving Airport Turnhouse Flights departing Birmingham with Edinburgh as destination arrive at Turnhouse