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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $178. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Edinburgh.$159 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Wed, 24 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.

Edinburgh.$170 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $170, select.

Edinburgh.$178 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $178, select.

Edinburgh.$195 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun, returning Thu, 16 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $195, select.

Edinburgh.$198 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Ryanair and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $198, select.

Edinburgh.$207 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with Ryanair and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.

Edinburgh.$207 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Thu, 6 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.

Edinburgh.$213 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $213, select.

Edinburgh.$221 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $221, select.

Edinburgh.$221 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $221, select.

Edinburgh.$231 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Thu, 4 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $231, select.

Edinburgh.$236 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.

Edinburgh.$239 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $239, select.

Edinburgh.$241 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $241, select.

Edinburgh.$241 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $241, select.

Edinburgh.$254 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hahn on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From $254, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Edinburgh

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Frankfurt to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Frankfurt to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$159
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	2 hrs
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	182

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Frankfurt to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh is $159. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Frankfurt to Edinburgh?

2 hours is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Edinburgh.

Which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt to Edinburgh?

Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines and LOT fly direct from Frankfurt to Edinburgh.

How many flights are there a week from Frankfurt to Edinburgh?

As of March 2026, there are 91 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Edinburgh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Edinburgh is usually June.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport on Tuesday, 16 June 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.

How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know

Frankfurt's main base, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
The average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport flight is 2 hours.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Frankfurt. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
With 18 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 10:50am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from FRA to EDI is with Lufthansa at 10:20pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to EDI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) depart from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport with Lufthansa. This top airline operates departures from FRA.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Lufthansa between FRA and EDI.
With 79.77% of its services arriving as scheduled, Lufthansa is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
Of the departures from Frankfurt Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.

Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)

Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport. Here's where you can connect between Frankfurt Hahn Airport and EDI:
- Dublin Airport (DUB)
- London Stansted Airport (STN)
- Bristol Airport (BRS)
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Frankfurt to EDI flight? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that depart Frankfurt Hahn Airport get to their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 82%.

About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Consider staying in a hotel close to EDI if you're catching a late flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport flight.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

Edinburgh Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

At the moment, $75 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $159. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to EDI.
June is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Frankfurt to EDI.
Save on your flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

It's time to work out when to book your flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). July is the peak month for travel to Edinburgh. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in December.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Book your Frankfurt to EDI plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC.

More about Edinburgh

Start your Edinburgh trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Edinburgh Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Edinburgh itinerary.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel about 290 kilometres south to Manchester to tick off its top sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another side of the United Kingdom, consider Preston, about 241 kilometres south of Edinburgh. Brockholes, Avenham and Miller Parks and Samlesbury Hall are among the biggest draws.