Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Montpellier
Edinburgh serves travelers on one main airfield, while the French side relies on Mediterranee to handle incoming traffic. You will find plenty of cheap flights from Edinburgh to Montpellier options online, though every journey requires a stopover somewhere along the way, so planning ahead helps you pick the connection that matches your schedule.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | — | 4 Apr 2027 | from $141 | Search 4 Apr 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 18 Jul 2027 | from $249 | Search 18 Jul 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 29 Dec 2026 | from $316 | Search 29 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 11 Nov 2026 | from $409 | Search 11 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 2 Nov 2026 | from $540 | Search 2 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 7 Jan 2027 | from $991 | Search 7 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 9 Jan 2027 | from $1,922 | Search 9 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 15 Feb 2027 | from $4,141 | Search 15 Feb 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 6 Nov 2026 | from $5,581 | Search 6 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 31 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: April — from $141.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $1,058 | 12 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $1,326 | 17 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $991 | 7 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $1,949 | 6 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $163 | 7 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $141 | 4 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $199 | 19 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $188 | 4 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $249 | 18 Jul 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | Edinburgh EDI | 11 km |
| Montpellier | Mediterranee MPL | 7 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
The weeks surrounding midwinter often see quieter terminals and easier booking windows compared to the busier spring season. If you want to secure the lowest available ticket rates, aim for your departure in February. That period typically falls outside major holiday windows, leaving seats open at better rates than the peak travel months listed across the calendar.
Airlines and what to expect
The choice of carrier changes how you move through airports and what stays packed in your luggage. Every option on this route requires a transfer, but the experience varies depending on where your journey pauses. Jet2, Easyjet, Transavia France, and Norwegian International tend to operate leaner schedules with straightforward point-to-point efficiency. Legacy carriers like KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Air France, Luxair, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, and Scandinavian Airlines connect you through their major hubs, which simplifies missed connections but adds travel time across the network.
Arriving — Montpellier
Mediterranee receives every incoming aircraft just outside the urban core, placing you within a short drive from the historic centre. Ground transport relies on regular bus lines and regional trains that link the terminal directly to downtown stations. You can also catch taxis or ride-share services that navigate the surrounding roads in under half an hour during normal traffic. Arriving after dark is straightforward, though checking the final connection times helps you avoid waiting for the next early departure back toward your accommodation.
Before you go: France
- Currency
- EUR (€)
- Power sockets
- Type C, E · 230 V
- Language
- French
- Emergency number
- 112, 15, 17
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +33
- Internet domain
- .fr
- EU / Schengen
- EU member, Schengen area
- Population of Montpellier
- 310 k (2023)
- Time zone
- UTC+01 (Europe/Paris)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify that your departure ticket leaves from the single commercial airfield serving Edinburgh before you pack.
- Confirm whether your chosen fare includes checked luggage or if you must pay extra at the terminal desk.
- Review visa and passport requirements for France to ensure your travel documents meet entry standards.
- Check if your connecting flights sit on one reservation so ground staff handle delays automatically.
- Allow enough time between landing and boarding to clear customs and navigate the transfer terminal safely.
Frequently asked questions
Edinburgh – Montpellier: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for April 2027 — $141. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Edinburgh – Montpellier: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Transavia France, Easyjet, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Air France, Luxair, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Edelweiss Air.
Edinburgh – Montpellier: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Montpellier?
The distance is about 1,463 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 2 h 14 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Edinburgh – Montpellier?
Edinburgh: Edinburgh (EDI). Montpellier: Mediterranee (MPL).
What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Montpellier?
Montpellier is 1 h ahead of Edinburgh.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | Ryanair UK | direct | 26 Nov 2026 | from $21 |
| Rzeszow | Ryanair | direct | 1 Nov 2026 | from $35 |
| Prague | Jet2 | direct | 3 Jan 2027 | from $54 |
| Krakow | Ryanair | direct | 31 Dec 2026 | from $58 |
| Antalya | Sun Express | direct | 5 Nov 2026 | from $75 |
| Bucharest | Ryanair UK | direct | 31 Dec 2026 | from $94 |
| Budapest | Ryanair | direct | 28 Dec 2026 | from $102 |
| Vienna | Ryanair | direct | 3 Dec 2026 | from $103 |
| Warsaw | Ryanair | direct | 15 Nov 2026 | from $199 |
| Chisinau | Lufthansa | with a stop | 28 Dec 2026 | from $413 |
Montpellier — flights from other cities
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Edinburgh / Montpellier that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh → Marseille | 127 km from Montpellier | direct | 19 Apr 2027 | from $104 |