Edinburgh to London

Flight distance, time and route map · EDI → LHR

The shortest path between the airports (great circle).
Distance534 km332 miles · 288 nautical miles
Flight time
about 1 h 10 min direct, estimated
Heading
south 158° at departure
From
Edinburgh Airport United Kingdom
To
London Heathrow Airport United Kingdom
Type
Domestic · short-haul
London to Edinburgh
Clock tower and parliament on the Thames
Destination

London

Clock tower and parliament on the Thames

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Questions

How far is Edinburgh from London by plane?

The great-circle distance between Edinburgh Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 534 km (332 miles). Real flight paths are usually a little longer because of airways, weather and air traffic control.

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to London?

About 1 h 10 min for a direct flight, estimated at 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Scheduled times vary with the airline, the aircraft and the winds.

Which direction do you fly?

Planes leave Edinburgh heading south (158°) on the shortest path.

Routes from Edinburgh

Routes to London

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