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Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Edinburgh from £217

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — EDI
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheap 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£492

One-way from

£217

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£692
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 19/8-26/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 49m total
  • District of Columbia to Edinburgh
5/7
  • 5/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 13m total
  • District of Columbia to Edinburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (£165 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£25 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from District of Columbia to Edinburgh

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 30 April 2025.

Tue 19/822:05IAD - EDI
2 stops30h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 26/813:20EDI - IAD
2 stops35h 39mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 30/4£492
Wed 27/815:00DCA - EDI
1 stop14h 10mJetBlue
Wed 10/911:30EDI - DCA
1 stop16h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 29/4£499
Tue 13/520:30IAD - EDI
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/506:00EDI - IAD
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£509
Mon 22/919:25IAD - EDI
1 stop11h 20mBritish Airways
Thu 2/1014:00EDI - IAD
1 stop11h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 30/4£520
Tue 23/915:00IAD - EDI
1 stop12h 00mDelta
Wed 1/1009:00EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 36mDelta
Deal found 29/4£537
Tue 19/817:00DCA - EDI
1 stop11h 20mDelta
Tue 26/809:00EDI - DCA
1 stop16h 22mDelta
Deal found 30/4£541
Mon 16/612:55DCA - EDI
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/606:55EDI - DCA
3 stops41h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£544
Sun 28/915:49DCA - EDI
2 stops13h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 21/1011:30EDI - DCA
2 stops16h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/4£550
Fri 11/717:20IAD - EDI
1 stop9h 40mAer Lingus
Fri 18/711:55EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 00mAer Lingus
Deal found 30/4£552
Tue 16/921:40IAD - EDI
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 25/910:35EDI - IAD
1 stop30h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4£572
Sat 13/922:45IAD - EDI
1 stop13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 26/908:35EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/4£576
Sun 28/915:00DCA - EDI
1 stop12h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/1009:00EDI - DCA
2 stops32h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4£585

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Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 19/8

22:05-09:15

2 stops30h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 26/8

13:20-19:59

2 stops35h 39m

£492

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

DCA - EDI

DCAEDI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 27/8

15:00-10:10

1 stop14h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/9

11:30-22:59

1 stop16h 29m

£499

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 13/5

20:30-11:30

1 stop10h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 21/5

06:00-19:20

1 stop18h 20m

£509

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

17:50-09:20

1 stop10h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 24/9

13:55-20:10

1 stop11h 15m

£520

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 23/9

15:00-08:00

1 stop12h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 1/10

09:00-16:36

1 stop12h 36m

£537

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

DCA - EDI

DCAEDI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 19/8

13:30-06:45

1 stop12h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 26/8

14:05-23:30

1 stop14h 25m

£541

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

DCA - EDI

DCAEDI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 16/6

12:55-10:05

2 stops16h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 25/6

06:55-19:42

3 stops41h 47m

£544

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

12:30-06:45

2 stops13h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 24/9

11:20-00:07

2 stops17h 47m

£544

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

DCA - EDI

DCAEDI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 28/9

15:49-09:50

2 stops13h 01m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 21/10

11:30-22:55

2 stops16h 25m

£550

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/7

17:20-08:00

1 stop9h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/7

11:55-18:55

1 stop12h 00m

£552

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from District of Columbia to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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 30 April 2025.

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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from USDC to EDI are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Finnair from District of Columbia to Edinburgh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very Good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Edinburgh one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for JetBlue. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £235. Users have also found prices from £280 and £303 on WestJet and Scandinavian Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from District of Columbia to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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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