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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to Edinburgh Airport from Leeds. Look at different modes of transportation, search 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
Bus
7h 14m
£35
£46
3
Flight
3h 30m
£57
£176
22

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh Airport from Leeds?

You can reach Edinburgh Airport with just £35 by taking a Bus from megabus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £51
Monday
from £35
Tuesday
from £48
Wednesday
from £49
Thursday
from £49
Friday
from £49
Saturday
from £36

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • megabus
    9h 48m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    11:43
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £51
  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £51
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    5h 0m
    0
    08:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    13:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £73
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 0m
    0
    16:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £171
  • Aer Lingus
    12h 5m
    0
    19:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £177
  • Aer Lingus
    11h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £184
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    23h 5m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £197

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Basic
    £35
  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £48
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Aer Lingus
    11h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £174
  • Aer Lingus
    19h 10m
    0
    19:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £178
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 10m
    0
    16:40
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £189
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    11h 5m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £240
  • KLM Cityhopper
    10h 20m
    0
    12:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £250

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £48
  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £48

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49
  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49
  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49
  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £51
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 15m
    0
    15:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    21:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £57
  • Ryanair
    7h 35m
    0
    07:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    15:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £99
  • Aer Lingus
    6h 25m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £128
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 15m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    13:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £197
  • KLM Cityhopper
    22h 45m
    0
    17:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    16:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £249

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £36
  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £36
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Aer Lingus
    11h 15m
    0
    19:35
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    06:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £77
  • Ryanair
    3h 30m
    0
    07:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    11:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £167
  • Aer Lingus
    3h 55m
    0
    12:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    15:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £180
  • KLM Cityhopper
    17h 0m
    0
    06:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £229
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 0m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    14:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £310

What are the fastest trips from Leeds to Edinburgh Airport?

You can get to Edinburgh Airport from Leeds in just 3h 30m with a Flight from Ryanair. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 5h 0m
Monday
from 7h 14m
Tuesday
from 7h 14m
Wednesday
from 7h 14m
Thursday
from 7h 14m
Friday
from 4h 15m
Saturday
from 3h 30m

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    5h 0m
    0
    08:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    13:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £73
  • Aer Lingus
    11h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £184
  • Aer Lingus
    12h 5m
    0
    19:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £177
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 0m
    0
    16:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £171
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    23h 5m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £197
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £51
  • megabus
    9h 48m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    11:43
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £51

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £48
  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Basic
    £35
  • Fastest Flights Monday

  • KLM Cityhopper
    10h 20m
    0
    12:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £250
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    11h 5m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £240
  • Aer Lingus
    11h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £174
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    15h 10m
    0
    16:40
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    07:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £189
  • Aer Lingus
    19h 10m
    0
    19:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £178

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £48
  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £48

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49
  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49
  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 15m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    13:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £197
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 15m
    0
    15:55
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    21:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £57
  • Aer Lingus
    6h 25m
    0
    08:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £128
  • Ryanair
    7h 35m
    0
    07:30
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    15:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £99
  • KLM Cityhopper
    22h 45m
    0
    17:20
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    16:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £249
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £51
  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £49

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    3h 30m
    0
    07:50
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    11:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £167
  • Aer Lingus
    3h 55m
    0
    12:00
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    15:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £180
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 0m
    0
    08:45
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    14:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £310
  • Aer Lingus
    11h 15m
    0
    19:35
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    06:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £77
  • KLM Cityhopper
    17h 0m
    0
    06:10
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £229
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • megabus
    7h 14m
    0
    13:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    21:09
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £36
  • megabus
    8h 18m
    0
    01:55
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:13
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £36
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 Central Station, Bus Station or Morley Train 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 7 connections between 1 Flight and Bus 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 £35 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 Ryanair: you will get to Edinburgh Airport in just 3h 30m.

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, Aer Lingus and Eastern Air Lines (2011), 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, Aer Lingus and Eastern Air Lines (2011). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: megabus

Airlines: Aer Lingus, Eastern Air Lines (2011), Ryanair 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 7 connections between Flight and Bus, 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 £35 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 30m with a Flight from Ryanair.

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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