Cheap flights from Nottingham to Edinburgh
Flying between these two UK cities takes a connection rather than a direct service, so you will change aircraft somewhere along the way. The journey covers familiar ground but requires patience for transfer times at intermediate hubs. This is not an overnight route — daytime departures and arrivals work best for most passengers.
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 | — | 24 Nov 2026 | from $190 | Search 24 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 1 Jan 2027 | from $209 | Search 1 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 25 Jun 2027 | from $242 | Search 25 Jun 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 $190.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $226 | 31 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $190 | 24 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $216 | 12 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $209 | 1 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $555 | 11 Feb 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $206 | 5 Apr 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $242 | 25 Jun 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Nottingham | East Midlands EMA | 19 km |
| Edinburgh | Edinburgh EDI | 11 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Scottish weather brings shorter days in winter months, which also coincides with lower airfares across many routes. November tends to offer the most competitive prices when demand drops after autumn travel peaks. Book well ahead for peak periods like school holidays or December festivals, since seats fill quickly during these busy windows.
Airlines and what to expect
Every flight on this route involves a connection through another airport before reaching Edinburgh. Loganair Limited handles domestic UK segments while international carriers link via their European networks. These operators do not always include checked baggage in base fares, so verify what your ticket covers before departing.
Arriving — Edinburgh
Getting into Edinburgh late at night changes your options for transport home since public services run less frequently after dark. The city airport sits just a short drive from the centre with regular taxi stands and bus routes available throughout the day. Allow extra time during busy periods when queues form outside baggage claim areas.
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
- Verify whether your connecting flights are booked on separate tickets, as missed transfers require independent arrangements.
- Confirm what baggage allowance comes with your fare class since carriers treat this differently across pricing tiers.
- Check passport requirements if traveling beyond the United Kingdom during any stopover portion of your journey.
- Review departure times carefully since Edinburgh connections depend heavily on timing between arrival and onward flight.
- Consider seasonality when booking as winter months typically see reduced service frequency compared to summer schedules.
Frequently asked questions
Nottingham – Edinburgh: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for November 2026 — $190. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Nottingham – Edinburgh: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Emerald Airlines, Aer Lingus, Loganair Limited.
Nottingham – Edinburgh: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Nottingham to Edinburgh?
The distance is about 357 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 0 h 53 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Nottingham – Edinburgh?
Nottingham: East Midlands (EMA). Edinburgh: Edinburgh (EDI).
What is the time difference between Nottingham and Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is in the same time zone as Nottingham.
Nottingham — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenerife | Ryanair | direct | 18 Nov 2026 | from $23 |
| Dublin | Ryanair | direct | 13 Nov 2026 | from $36 |
| Alicante | Ryanair | direct | 4 Nov 2026 | from $40 |
| Krakow | Ryanair | direct | 30 Nov 2026 | from $55 |
| Wroclaw | Ryanair | direct | 29 Dec 2026 | from $57 |
| Prague | Jet2 | direct | 23 Nov 2026 | from $57 |
| Budapest | Jet2 | direct | 16 Nov 2026 | from $60 |
| Antalya | Jet2 | direct | 31 Oct 2026 | from $97 |
| Rome | Ryanair | direct | 15 May 2027 | from $106 |
| Barcelona | Aer Lingus | with a stop | 3 Nov 2026 | from $551 |
Edinburgh — flights from other cities
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Nottingham / Edinburgh that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham → Edinburgh | 69 km from Nottingham | direct | 16 Dec 2026 | from $26 |
| Manchester → Edinburgh | 91 km from Nottingham | with a stop | 4 Dec 2026 | from $92 |