Travelling from Derry Airport (LDY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 50 minutes.
Derry and Edinburgh are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LDY to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
EasyJet has direct flights from Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if you have time.
EasyJet is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates LDY to EDI flights is easyJet. Its services arrive as scheduled 76.0% of the time.
If you'd like to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a well-known stop between LDY and EDI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Derry Airport (LDY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is P1,080. A round-trip fare is currently P3,609. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from LDY to EDI by booking at least three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LDY to EDI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Derry Airport (LDY)
Of all flights leaving Derry Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Derry to Derry Airport is around 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near LDY. Whether you've booked an early flight from Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're coming in on a late Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is roughly 13 kilometers from the centre of Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Edinburgh. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Derry Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to visit Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LDY to EDI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Edinburgh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometers south of Edinburgh, a visit to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 402 kilometers south of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.