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Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Edinburgh from £159

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — EDI
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Edinburgh

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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 July 2026.

Mon 16/1119:40
IAD
-
EDI
1 stop9h 40m
Icelandair
Sun 31/111:20
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop12h 10m
Icelandair
Deal found 27/7£593
Sun 23/820:30
IAD
-
EDI
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/811:30
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£593
Wed 14/1009:55
IAD
-
EDI
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/1007:10
EDI
-
IAD
2 stops16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£594
Wed 26/817:59
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop11h 01m
JetBlue
Mon 31/812:10
EDI
-
DCA
1 stop15h 49m
JetBlue
Deal found 24/7£595
Mon 14/917:15
IAD
-
EDI
1 stop10h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/917:40
EDI
-
IAD
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7£595
Tue 18/813:25
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop15h 35m
JetBlue
Mon 24/812:10
EDI
-
DCA
1 stop15h 49m
JetBlue
Deal found 23/7£596
Thu 15/1020:30
IAD
-
EDI
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1009:40
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7£596
Sat 22/817:47
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop11h 13m
JetBlue
Sat 29/812:10
EDI
-
DCA
1 stop15h 49m
JetBlue
Deal found 22/7£596
Sat 12/923:20
IAD
-
EDI
2 stops16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/920:05
EDI
-
IAD
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£596
Sat 10/1020:30
IAD
-
EDI
1 stop11h 50m
Icelandair
Tue 27/1011:20
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop12h 10m
Icelandair
Deal found 27/7£597
Thu 27/806:10
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop22h 10m
JetBlue
Sat 5/911:30
EDI
-
DCA
1 stop12h 39m
JetBlue
Deal found 27/7£598
Thu 15/1020:30
IAD
-
EDI
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1009:40
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£598

Find flight deals from District of Columbia to Edinburgh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Edinburgh flight deals. Data was last updated 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£593

One-way from

£159

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

£881
Icelandair
  • Icelandair
  • 16/11-31/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 50m total
  • District of Columbia to Edinburgh
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  • 1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 10m total
  • District of Columbia to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
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Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/9

21:40-16:00

1 stop37h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

17:00-19:45

1 stop31h 45m

£654

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

DCA - EDI

DCAEDI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 14/9

14:20-10:00

1 stop14h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/10

12:10-22:59

1 stop15h 49m

£670

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

DCA - EDI

DCAEDI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 17/9

12:25-10:00

1 stop16h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/10

12:10-22:59

1 stop15h 49m

£670

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 16/10

21:40-16:00

1 stop37h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 20/10

10:45-19:45

1 stop38h 00m

£685

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

DCA - EDI

DCAEDI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 19/9

19:25-10:00

1 stop9h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

11:30-18:34

1 stop12h 04m

£712
Fastest return journey

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 20/9

22:25-10:35

Nonstop7h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 1/10

12:30-15:35

Nonstop8h 05m

£722

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/9

22:25-17:10

1 stop13h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/9

06:40-15:55

1 stop14h 15m

£727

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/10

22:19-07:20

1 stop28h 01m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

12:30-15:35

Nonstop8h 05m

£729

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 15/9

22:19-07:20

1 stop28h 01m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 24/9

12:30-15:35

Nonstop8h 05m

£729

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/9

12:43-07:40

1 stop13h 57m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/9

09:00-21:18

2 stops17h 18m

£732

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh (average of £613). Flying from District of Columbia to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,124). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DC to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 July 2026.

When flying from District of Columbia to Edinburgh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Edinburgh. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 27 July 2026.

The most flights from USDC to EDI are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
District of Columbia to Edinburgh flights typically cost between £717 and £941 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £593 on Icelandair (16 Nov–31 Jan).

How far ahead should I book a flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh?

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from District of Columbia to Edinburgh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from District of Columbia?

    Most people fly into Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight to Edinburgh from District of Columbia. Turnhouse is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Edinburgh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh?

    For as low as £722, Turkish Airlines can have you in Edinburgh from District of Columbia in 7h 10m. The distance between District of Columbia and Edinburgh is about 3465 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from District of Columbia to Edinburgh?

    Before booking your flight to Edinburgh from District of Columbia, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (62%), United Airlines (62%), Lufthansa( 62%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on District of Columbia to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from District of Columbia to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh (average of £613). Flying from District of Columbia to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,124). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from District of Columbia to Edinburgh

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United AirlinesCheapest£526Average£792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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