How long is the VS6979 flight?

The timetable allows 1 h 25 min. Amsterdam to Edinburgh is 666 km (414 mi).

Which terminal does VS6979 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does VS6979 have?

Also listed as VIR6979 (Virgin Atlantic Airways' ICAO code) and VS 6979.

Can I get compensation if VS6979 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

VS6979 Flight Status Virgin Atlantic Airways: Amsterdam to Edinburgh (VIR6979)

Virgin Atlantic Airways VS 6979

Scheduled in 3h05'

AMS Amsterdam

Scheduled: 15:40
Estimated: 15:40

Terminal: 2 | Gate: D27

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time CET

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

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EDI Edinburgh

Scheduled: 16:05
Estimated
Delay

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time GMT

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

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Departs in 3h 05m 0%

AMS 15:40 EDI 16:05

666 km (414 mi) to fly

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 666 km / 414 miles · Scheduled Duration: 01:25 · Typical Duration: 01:00

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VS 6979 Flight Status & Schedule Virgin Atlantic Airways Amsterdam to Edinburgh

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	AMS	EDI	15:40	16:05	Scheduled	Track >
Nov 08	AMS	EDI	16:05	16:09	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	AMS	EDI	16:09	16:06	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	AMS	EDI	15:56	15:53	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	AMS	EDI	16:12	16:08	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	AMS	EDI	15:55	15:50	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	AMS	EDI	15:57	15:57	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	AMS	EDI	16:09	16:15	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	AMS	EDI	16:00	16:04	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	AMS	EDI	16:09	16:14	Landed	Track >

Virgin Atlantic Airways' Amsterdam–Edinburgh flight covers 666 km (414 mi) and runs daily. With 1 h 25 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 1 h, it often makes up time. Today's flight is scheduled to leave at 15:40 and arrive at 16:05 local time.

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About VS 6979

Route: Amsterdam Schiphol Airport AMS to Edinburgh Airport EDI
Distance: 666 km (414 mi)
Typical flight time: 1 h
Flies: Daily
On time: 9 of the last 9
Usually departs from: Terminal 2

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Compensation of up to €250 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

VS 6979 FAQ

How long is the VS6979 flight?: The timetable allows 1 h 25 min. Amsterdam to Edinburgh is 666 km (414 mi).
How often is VS6979 late?: None of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does VS6979 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does VS6979 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does VS6979 have?: Also listed as VIR6979 (Virgin Atlantic Airways' ICAO code) and VS 6979.
Can I get compensation if VS6979 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

VS6979 and Amsterdam AMS to Edinburgh EDI Flights

Flight VS6979 is a code-share Virgin Atlantic Airways flight of the KLM operated KL931.

Other flights departing from Amsterdam AMS: KL931, KL1141, SV200

Other flights arriving at Edinburgh EDI: KL931, FR3731

All flights connecting Amsterdam AMS to Edinburgh EDI.