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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Cork

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $43. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cork

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

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Cork

Edinburgh to Cork: Alternative routes

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

Edinburgh to Cork: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$39
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cork: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Cork is $39. 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 20 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Cork.
Ryanair flies direct from Edinburgh to Cork.
There are 7 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Cork, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cork is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 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 Cork 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 Cork is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cork.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Edinburgh and Cork share the same timezone, UTC+0.

  • You can choose from seven weekly Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair UK is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your EDI to ORK flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Getting to Cork (and then exploring more of Ireland!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular airline has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport.

  • The majority of travelers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.

  • Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that operates EDI to ORK flights, with 75.0% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between EDI and ORK include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • London Stansted Airport

    • London Luton Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cork Airport (ORK)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport flight is $20. A round-trip fare is currently $39. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from EDI to ORK, book your journey 11 months before your departure date.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from EDI to ORK couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near ORK if you're taking a late Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cork Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and discover more of Cork and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Cork Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cork. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Cork is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to ORK in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of Ireland

  • Cork has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ireland just waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometers north-east of Cork, a visit to Dublin will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral.

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