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Cheapest return flight
180 €
Typical prices: 230 €-367 €
Ryanair
Tue 20.11.Thu 22.11.
HAM - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
201 €
Typical prices: 136 €-136 €
easyJet
Thu 19.4.Mon 23.4.
HAM - EDI • Direct
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Hamburg and Edinburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 24% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg 169 € (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh (HAM-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Hamburg to Edinburgh

Fri, 20. Nov - Sun, 22. Nov
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14:45 - 7:55HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 10m1 stop Gdansk Rebiechowo
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6:05 - 8:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
25h 15m1 stop Gdansk Rebiechowo
180 €Ryanair
13 hours ago
Wed, 25. Nov - Wed, 2. Dec
easyJet Logo
17:10 - 7:55HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
easyJet Logo
6:05 - 16:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
9h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
180 €easyJet
14 hours ago
Sat, 21. Nov - Fri, 27. Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 - 20:10HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 55m2 stops Dublin London Stansted
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19:45 - 8:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
11h 55m2 stops London Stansted Dublin
180 €Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 4. Dec - Tue, 8. Dec
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17:45 - 7:55HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 10m1 stop Gdansk Rebiechowo
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 11:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
14h 10m1 stop Dublin
180 €Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, 25. Nov - Mon, 30. Nov
easyJet Logo
17:10 - 7:55HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
easyJet Logo
8:25 - 12:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
27h 05m1 stop London Gatwick
181 €easyJet
1 day ago
Wed, 16. Dec - Sat, 19. Dec
Ryanair Logo
12:25 - 21:35HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
10h 10m1 stop Dublin
Ryanair Logo
20:45 - 9:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
11h 25m1 stop Alicante
182 €Ryanair
7 hours ago
Fri, 1. Jan - Sat, 9. Jan
KLM Logo
14:35 - 23:05HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:40 - 10:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
4h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
190 €KLM
10 hours ago
Fri, 1. Jan - Tue, 5. Jan
KLM Logo
14:35 - 23:05HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
5:40 - 10:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
4h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
191 €KLM
1 day ago
Sat, 5. Dec - Sat, 12. Dec
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19:00 - 23:20HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
5h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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14:50 - 20:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
4h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
196 €Lufthansa
7 hours ago
Sat, 5. Dec - Sat, 12. Dec
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6:15 - 14:05HAM  Hamburg-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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14:50 - 20:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HAM Hamburg
4h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
201 €Lufthansa
22 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Hamburg to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

Return flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh typically range from 230 € to 367 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 180 € on Ryanair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hamburg to Edinburgh. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Edinburgh at 216 € return.
•August (339 €) and July (338 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Hamburg to Edinburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

49 €
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Hamburg to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hamburg to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Hamburg to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Hamburg to Edinburgh:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:25 and lands at 10:20
    • Latest: departs at 17:55 and lands at 19:50.

    The flight takes about 1h 55m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    A direct flight from Hamburg to Edinburgh takes 1h 55m, covering 1.436 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Hamburg to Edinburgh flight?

    Return flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh range from 230 € to 367 €, with an average of 286 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 230 € counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Hamburg to Edinburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the 286 € route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average 136 € return, compared with 169 € via a stopover through London Stansted (STN).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 58 €–89 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight prices from Hamburg to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Hamburg to Edinburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 96 €, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 7 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh usually depart from Hamburg (HAM) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 71% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • London Stansted (STN) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Hamburg to Edinburgh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at 254 € return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at 338 €, a difference of 84 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    Only Eurowings operates flights between Hamburg and Edinburgh.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Hamburg to Edinburgh?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 11m, compared to 4h 56m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 5h 20m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Hamburg and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 1 hour behind Hamburg (British Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are The Meadows, Edinburgh Castle, and Usher Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Hamburg to Edinburgh flights?

    Among airlines operating Hamburg to Edinburgh flights:

    • easyJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Hamburg to Edinburgh flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • easyJet: a checked bag in Economy class class
    • Eurowings: a checked bag in Economy class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Hamburg to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average 254 €, about 84 € less than Saturday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hamburg to Edinburgh trip for January. Fares historically average 216 € return in that month – typically 123 € less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
    • Norton House Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Prefer to fly direct from Hamburg to Edinburgh Turnhouse?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Hamburg Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Hamburg to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Friday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Saturday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Sunday

Eurowings

Eurowings

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Direct returns

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Hamburg

Friday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Saturday

Eurowings

Eurowings

Sunday

Eurowings

Eurowings

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