RouteRankingBristol to Edinburgh is one of the busiest regional air corridors in the UK, carrying nearly 500,000 passengers annually according to CAA data. The good news for travellers is that easyJet's 07:00 departure arrives on time an impressive 96.15% of the time — but choose the wrong flight and your punctuality odds drop significantly. Bristol to Edinburgh flight times range between 1 hour and 1 hour 20 minutes, so you won't be too weary to enjoy the breathtaking scenery and world-class sightseeing that Edinburgh has to offer.
The data behind the analysis
I tracked 60 days of historical flight arrival data across four easyJet flights from Bristol to Edinburgh and four easyJet flights from Edinburgh to Bristol.
Bristol → Edinburgh
| Flight | Departure | On-Time % |
|---|---|---|
| U2213 | 07:00 | 96.15% |
| U2217 | 19:00 | 90.63% |
| U2219 | 15:10 | 78.95% |
| U2320 | 13:55 | 73.33% |
The top performing flight is the 07:00 easyJet service, arriving as scheduled 96.15% of the time — genuinely impressive for a domestic route. If you don't mind being awake with the birds, this is the flight for you.
There is a notable drop-off from there. The 13:55 and 15:10 departures arrive on time between 73% and 79% of the time. Not a major issue if you're travelling for leisure. If you have an event to get to, the 19:00 easyJet departure is a strong alternative, arriving on time 90.63% of the time. Check the Bristol to Edinburgh route page for the latest figures.
Flights from Edinburgh to Bristol
Edinburgh to Bristol follows a similar pattern with the morning departure the strongest performer at 88.57%. If you're heading back in the evening, the 21:05 service is a solid option at 80% on time. The 17:05 afternoon departure is the least punctual of the three, arriving on time roughly 6 in 10 flights — worth bearing in mind if you have a tight connection or evening plans. Full details on the Edinburgh to Bristol route page.
Edinburgh → Bristol
| Flight | Departure | On-Time % |
|---|---|---|
| U2214 | 08:30 | 88.57% |
| U2218 | 21:05 | 80% |
| U2220 | 17:05 | 63.33% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Bristol to Edinburgh? The flight from Bristol to Edinburgh takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Which flight has the best on-time record? Based on 60 days of data tracked by RouteRanking, U2213 at 07:00 is the most punctual Bristol to Edinburgh flight, arriving on time 96.15% of the time.
Which airlines fly from Bristol to Edinburgh? easyJet currently operates all flights on the Bristol to Edinburgh route.
How often are flights delayed on this route? Around 12.4% of flights on the Bristol to Edinburgh route experience a delay, based on 60 days of historical data tracked by RouteRanking.
Is Bristol to Edinburgh a domestic flight? Yes, it is a UK domestic flight. No passport is required at either Bristol Airport or Edinburgh Airport.
What are the flight times from Edinburgh to Bristol? Edinburgh to Bristol has three easyJet departures, with the morning 08:30 service the most punctual. See the Edinburgh to Bristol route page for the current timetable and live on-time data.