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What is the best way to travel from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights, Buses and Carpool for the journey to Edinburgh Airport from Leeds. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Flight
3h 50m
£73
£168
16
Bus
5h 55m
£23
£32
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What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh Airport from Leeds?

You can get to Edinburgh Airport with just £23 by taking a Bus from megabus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £35
tomorrow
from £23
Sunday
from £38
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £33
Thursday
from £73

    Cheapest Buses today

  • megabus
    5h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    20:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £35

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • megabus
    5h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    20:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £23

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • megabus
    5h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    20:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • megabus
    5h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    20:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £33

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 40m
    0
    17:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    21:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £73
  • Jet2.com
    12h 30m
    0
    09:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    21:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £102
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    16:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £126
  • Ryanair
    12h 20m
    0
    10:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    22:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £163

What are the fastest trips from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport?

You can get to Edinburgh Airport from Leeds in just 3h 50m with a Flight from Eastern Air Lines (2011). This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 5h 55m
tomorrow
from 5h 55m
Sunday
from 5h 55m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 5h 55m
Thursday
from 3h 50m

    Fastest Buses today

  • megabus
    5h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    20:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £35

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • megabus
    5h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    20:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £23

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • megabus
    5h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    20:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • megabus
    5h 55m
    0
    14:25
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    20:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £33

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    16:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £126
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 40m
    0
    17:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    21:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £73
  • KLM Cityhopper
    10h 0m
    0
    06:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    16:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £376
  • Ryanair
    12h 20m
    0
    10:25
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    22:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £163
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport

What are the most popular stations in Leeds and Edinburgh Airport?

In Leeds, you will usually depart from Bus Station, Central Station or Bagley Lane Coach Station, while in Edinburgh Airport you will be arriving at Edinburgh Airport or Edinburgh Airport - Hotel Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh Airport from Leeds? With 2 connections between 1 Flight, Bus and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Leeds and Edinburgh Airport, you can pay as low as £23 with a Bus from megabus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Eastern Air Lines (2011): you will get to Edinburgh Airport in just 3h 50m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Leeds and Edinburgh Airport are megabus, EasyJet Airline and Jet2.com, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Leeds and Edinburgh Airport is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Horsforth or to Ratho, and look at flights from Leeds Bradford Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport?

The most popular companies between Leeds and Edinburgh Airport, are megabus, EasyJet Airline and Jet2.com. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: megabus

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Jet2.com, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport

How can I reach Edinburgh Airport from Leeds?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Flight, Bus and Car, with which you can get to Edinburgh Airport from Leeds.

How far is Edinburgh Airport from Leeds?

The distance between Leeds and Edinburgh Airport is 265.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leeds and Edinburgh Airport?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 65 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport?

You can get to Edinburgh Airport with just £23 by taking a Bus from megabus.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh Airport in just 3h 50m with a Flight from Eastern Air Lines (2011).

More routes to Leeds and to Edinburgh Airport

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Leeds and to Edinburgh Airport. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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