Flights from Derby Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh Airport Airport (EDI)

Direct flights to Edinburgh from East Midlands are only offered by Maersk as this route is in low demand, so the options are limited. If this route is not ideal, the only other option is to get a flight with a stop over. The flight time is approximately 1 Hour 6 Minutes.

The cost of the flights varies significantly so we can’t provide you an estimate. Prices can be 50% cheaper if you book more than a month in advance. The cheapest flights available will generally be mid week or late in the evening, so if you are on a budget then these are the flight times you should consider. Alternatively, you could book well in advance and you flight could be up to 50% cheaper, especially with budget airliners. We advise all our viewers to book well in advance. This way you will get the low priced tickets available.

If you are planning a trip to Edinburgh Airport from East Midlands Airport you can pre-arrange short or long term parking at East Midlands Airport.

If you are renting a car at Edinburgh Airport it is recommended to fill up the fuel tank before returning the vehicle at the nearest fuel station to Edinburgh Airport in order to avoid incurring additional costs. *Please check your rental agreement to understand the fuel policy for your vehicle.

We suggest pre-booking your transport to East Midlands Airport. The following options are available:

Ensure your arrival at Edinburgh Airport is as stress-free as possible by pre-booking your onwards transport - booking early may also save you money:

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The table below displays the numbers of daily flights from East Midlands (EMA) to Edinburgh (EDI) and the relevant airlines that fly.

Flights Chart
AirlinerMoTuWeThFrSaSuFirst FlightLast FlightFlights
Maersk100000004:3004:30VIEW FLIGHTS

Maersk offer the highest number of flights for this route with departures times between 04:30 and 04:30.

You can find the latest flight availability and prices from Maersk at www.google.com/search?q=Maersk. You can also book direct and get their latest discounts.

Flight times for the route are summarised in the table below. These time were correct at the time of writing, but please be aware that times may vary from time to time so please check their website for exact times and the dates you wish to fly.

Flights Time In WeekDays
DayFlight TimesFlights
Monday
04:30
AirlineFlight  No
MaerskDJ6566
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Instead of flying from East Midlands you could consider a few airports that are close by. Please see that table below of alternative routes.

Alternative Direct Routes
RouteStopsDistanceFlying Time
Birmingham to Edinburgh 01 Hour 12 Minutes
Biggin Hill to Edinburgh 01 Hour 27 Minutes
Bristol to Edinburgh 01 Hour 25 Minutes
Cardiff to Edinburgh 01 Hour 24 Minutes
Farnborough to Edinburgh 01 Hour 27 Minutes
London City to Edinburgh 01 Hour 27 Minutes
London Heathrow to Edinburgh 01 Hour 26 Minutes
Luton to Edinburgh 01 Hour 24 Minutes
Teesside to Edinburgh 031 Minutes
London Stansted to Edinburgh 01 Hour 25 Minutes

Before you start your journey remember to check you have all your documents; in particular, your passport and flight tickets. You will be surprised at the amount of people of forget these!

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Flight Price FAQ - Derby (EMA) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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What is the cheapest flight one way from Derby EMA to Edinburgh EDI?
The cheapest flight one way from Derby EMA to Edinburgh EDI is £44.32 ($56 €53.02)
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The cheapest return flight from Derby EMA to Edinburgh EDI is £95.77 ($121 €114.56)
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Flight Info FAQ - Derby (EMA) to Edinburgh (EDI)

Who flies from Derby to Edinburgh?
The following airlines fly from Derby (EMA) to Edinburgh (EDI): Maersk.
How far is the flight from Derby to Edinburgh?
The flight from Derby to Edinburgh is 371KM or 230 miles.
How long does the flight from Derby to Edinburgh to take?
The flight from Derby to Edinburgh takes 1 Hour 6 Minutes.

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