Cheap Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Flight deals from Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £103. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh

Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Amsterdam to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£46
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airlineScandinavian Airlines
Average flights per week291

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh is £87. 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.
1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh.
Scandinavian Airlines, IndiGo and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh.
As of June 2026, there are 293 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Edinburgh is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Wednesday, 5 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
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.

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.

Currently, Ryanair and easyJet offer the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Amsterdam.

  • Choose from 42 weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest available. KLM operates the last service of the day at 22:40.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your AMS to EDI flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Jetting into Edinburgh (and then seeing more of the United Kingdom!) is a cinch with KLM. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is KLM.

  • KLM is the most punctual carrier offering AMS to EDI flights, with 77.3% of its services landing on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between AMS and EDI:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Brussels International Airport

    • London Stansted Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • £46 is the best price for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start at £87. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Book one month before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AMS to EDI.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from AMS to EDI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • 75% of flights that take off from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is approximately 18 kms (11 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to AMS:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:

  • Follow your own route with a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience more of Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week before your departure date.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport is roughly 13 kms (8 miles) from central Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to go to Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC then.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Edinburgh has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. Around 290 kms (180 miles) south of Edinburgh, a visit to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 402 kms (250 miles) south of Edinburgh. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are the start of reasons to visit.

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