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Flight deals from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,006. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Edinburgh.C$436 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 10.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed., Jun. 10, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$436, select.
Edinburgh.C$441 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jul. 18.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat., Jul. 18, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$441, select.
Edinburgh.C$456 per passenger.Departing Tue., May 26.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue., May 26, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$456, select.
Edinburgh.C$469 per passenger.Departing Sat., Oct. 17.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat., Oct. 17, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$469, select.
Edinburgh.C$469 per passenger.Departing Sat., Aug. 1.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat., Aug. 1, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$469, select.
Edinburgh.C$498 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 24.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue., Nov. 24, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$498, select.
Edinburgh.C$502 per passenger.Departing Sun., Sep. 20.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun., Sep. 20, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$502, select.
Edinburgh.C$609 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 11.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu., Mar. 11, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$609, select.
Edinburgh.C$710 per passenger.Departing Mon., Feb. 15.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon., Feb. 15, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$710, select.
Edinburgh.C$782 per passenger.Departing Fri., Dec. 4.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri., Dec. 4, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$782, select.
Edinburgh.C$885 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 15.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue., Sep. 15, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$885, select.
Edinburgh.C$885 per passenger.Departing Tue., Mar. 9.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue., Mar. 9, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$885, select.
Edinburgh.C$887 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jul. 27.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon., Jul. 27, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$887, select.
Edinburgh.C$887 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 3.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon., Aug. 3, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$887, select.
Edinburgh.C$888 per passenger.Departing Sun., Oct. 18.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun., Oct. 18, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$888, select.
Edinburgh.C$889 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 24.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue., Nov. 24, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$889, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from C$456
Jun.
from C$436
Jul.
from C$441
Aug.
from C$469
Sep.
from C$502
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from C$469
Nov.
from C$498
Dec.
from C$782
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Feb.
from C$710
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Which airlines fly from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh?

Washington D.C. to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Edinburgh

11km from central Edinburgh
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Dundee

57km from central Edinburgh
from C$671
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Glasgow Intl

78km from central Edinburgh
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from C$435
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Washington D.C. to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$436
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time7 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh is C$1,006. 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.
7 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh.
Lufthansa, Air Canada and United fly direct from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh.
As of May 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh Airport on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 15 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • When searching for a flight from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), there's a range of airports you can take off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are among Washington DC's main terminals.

  • The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is 4 hours ahead of Washington DC. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the most popular route. There are 7 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with United at 22:30. Opt for the first DCA to EDI departure with United at 22:25 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Your flight from Washington DC to EDI won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Peak months like July or vacation periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Washington DC to EDI. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • From the centre of Washington DC, DCA is approximately 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.

  • Want a handy hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Planning to leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) out of this popular hub.

  • United offers direct flights from Washington DC to EDI leaving from IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.

  • Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Washington Dulles International Airport and EDI:

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 51 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

  • It's your vacation, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to EDI:

About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Lock in a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport from C$436 or travel return from just C$1,006. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.

  • We suggest booking as early as possible to get flight tickets from Washington DC to EDI. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy more options for flight times and dates.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Washington DC to EDI. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to travel to Edinburgh. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Edinburgh. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Washington DC to EDI sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Edinburgh

  • After booking your flight from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Edinburgh:

  • One of the best ways to get to know Edinburgh is to explore its leading attractions. Some highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.

Complete your Edinburgh trip with a car rental

  • After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Washington DC to Edinburgh Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Edinburgh. Explore the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Edinburgh

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