Cheap flights from Inverness to Edinburgh
Edinburgh offers a short hop from Scotland's north coast with connections available through several carriers. The journey takes you across the country between these two cities via one stop, since no direct service operates this route. You can compare dated fares and see which airlines connect passengers most often.
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 | — | 2 Nov 2026 | from $157 | Search 2 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 3 Nov 2026 | from $365 | Search 3 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 31 Jan 2027 | from $385 | Search 31 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 27 Feb 2027 | from $444 | Search 27 Feb 2027 |
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: November — from $203.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $203 | 11 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $231 | 4 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $380 | 4 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $444 | 27 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $233 | 21 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $465 | 30 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $381 | 5 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $426 | 28 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $380 | 26 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $437 | 14 Aug 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Inverness | Inverness INV | 14 km |
| Edinburgh | Edinburgh EDI | 11 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Booking several weeks ahead usually yields better prices on this domestic Scottish connection. February stands out as the least busy month when demand is lower and tickets tend to cost less. Summer months bring more travelers seeking weekend trips, while spring and autumn show steadier patterns through their visible pricing windows.
Airlines and what to expect
British Airways carries passengers with fares that include checked baggage on many tickets, though extras depend on your specific booking tier. Loganair Limited focuses on Scottish routes and often bundles luggage allowance into standard prices. Aer Lingus and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines provide connecting options where premium cabins offer additional benefits but economy stays basic.
Arriving — Edinburgh
Getting from Edinburgh Airport to the city center involves a train ride or bus transfer through local transit networks. The journey takes roughly thirty minutes depending on your chosen method, with trains running regularly throughout the day. Travelers can pick up tickets at machines inside the terminal before heading toward Waverley Station.
Before you go: United Kingdom
- Currency
- GBP (£)
- Power sockets
- Type G · 230 V
- Language
- English
- Emergency number
- 112, 999
- Calling code
- +44
- Internet domain
- .uk
- Population of Edinburgh
- 488 k (2016)
- Time zone
- UTC+00 (Europe/London)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Confirm whether your departure airport is Inverness since some carriers use alternative Scottish gateways.
- Check if your fare includes checked baggage because low-cost options often charge extra for luggage space.
- Verify connection timing when booking separate tickets to allow enough time between flights in case of delays.
- Ensure you have proper identification documents needed for domestic UK travel without international border procedures.
Frequently asked questions
Inverness – Edinburgh: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for November 2026 — $203. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Inverness – Edinburgh: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: British Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Aer Lingus, Loganair Limited.
Inverness – Edinburgh: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Inverness to Edinburgh?
The distance is about 180 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 0 h 40 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Inverness – Edinburgh?
Inverness: Inverness (INV). Edinburgh: Edinburgh (EDI).
What is the time difference between Inverness and Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is in the same time zone as Inverness.
Inverness — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | Easyjet | direct | 23 Nov 2026 | from $22 |
| London | Easyjet | direct | 20 Nov 2026 | from $37 |
| Bristol | Easyjet | direct | 22 Nov 2026 | from $64 |
| Dublin | Emerald Airlines | direct | 11 Feb 2027 | from $154 |
| Krakow | Easyjet | with a stop | 7 Jul 2027 | from $215 |
| Manchester | Loganair Limited | direct | 6 Nov 2026 | from $275 |
| Warsaw | British Airways | with a stop | 22 Nov 2026 | from $283 |
| Barcelona | Aer Lingus | with a stop | 8 Nov 2026 | from $470 |
| Amsterdam | KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | direct | 1 Nov 2026 | from $994 |
Edinburgh — flights from other cities
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Inverness / Edinburgh that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inverness → Glasgow | 67 km from Edinburgh | with a stop | 27 Mar 2027 | from $175 |
| Aberdeen → Edinburgh | 126 km from Inverness | with a stop | 18 Dec 2026 | from $176 |
| Stornoway → Edinburgh | 151 km from Inverness | direct | 3 Jan 2027 | from $205 |
| Inverness → Aberdeen | 152 km from Edinburgh | with a stop | 1 Nov 2026 | from $220 |