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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh from £189

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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — EDI
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in January or February, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£492

One-way from

£189

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£785

Good round-trip deal

£608 or less
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 26/9-17/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 04m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh
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6/10
  • 6/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 26m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price (£173 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 August 2025.

Thu 2/1022:05IAD - EDI
2 stops54h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 16/1013:20EDI - IAD
2 stops35h 39mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 17/8£492
Fri 7/1121:00IAD - EDI
1 stop11h 00mAer Lingus
Wed 12/1108:20EDI - IAD
1 stop16h 10mAer Lingus
Deal found 17/8£493
Sat 20/923:15IAD - EDI
1 stop8h 55mIcelandair
Sun 28/914:15EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 55mIcelandair
Deal found 16/8£494
Mon 27/1020:40IAD - EDI
1 stop9h 40mIcelandair
Fri 7/1111:30EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 00mIcelandair
Deal found 18/8£495
Thu 18/922:05IAD - EDI
2 stops40h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 23/913:20EDI - IAD
2 stops35h 39mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 17/8£496
Wed 8/1017:20IAD - EDI
1 stop12h 55mAer Lingus
Wed 15/1008:35EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 15mAer Lingus
Deal found 17/8£496
Tue 26/817:20IAD - EDI
1 stop9h 40mAer Lingus
Thu 4/909:40EDI - IAD
1 stop11h 10mAer Lingus
Deal found 16/8£498
Fri 5/917:20IAD - EDI
1 stop9h 40mAer Lingus
Thu 11/908:35EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 15mAer Lingus
Deal found 17/8£499
Sat 11/1023:15IAD - EDI
1 stop8h 55mIcelandair
Sun 19/1014:15EDI - IAD
1 stop10h 05mIcelandair
Deal found 15/8£499
Fri 3/1022:05IAD - EDI
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1013:05EDI - IAD
1 stop11h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8£500
Mon 29/1219:40IAD - EDI
1 stop9h 40mIcelandair
Tue 13/112:20EDI - IAD
1 stop11h 10mIcelandair
Deal found 17/8£501
Mon 13/1020:30IAD - EDI
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1007:30EDI - IAD
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8£502

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 18 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/10

22:05-12:30

2 stops33h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 14/10

13:20-19:59

2 stops35h 39m

£492

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 28/9

17:20-08:30

1 stop10h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/10

08:35-15:50

1 stop12h 15m

£494

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 27/10

20:40-10:20

1 stop9h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/11

11:30-18:30

1 stop12h 00m

£495

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 18/9

22:05-19:05

2 stops40h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/9

13:20-19:59

2 stops35h 39m

£496

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/10

23:15-13:10

1 stop8h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 19/10

14:15-19:20

1 stop10h 05m

£499

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 29/12

19:40-10:20

1 stop9h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

12:20-18:30

1 stop11h 10m

£501

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 13/10

20:30-13:20

1 stop11h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 20/10

07:30-19:20

1 stop16h 50m

£502

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 21/9

22:05-18:55

2 stops15h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 24/9

13:20-19:59

2 stops35h 39m

£508

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 24/10

21:40-11:00

1 stop32h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/10

16:20-20:15

1 stop31h 55m

£511

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 23/9

21:40-15:50

1 stop37h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 3/10

16:50-19:45

1 stop31h 55m

£514

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dulles Intl to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £102). 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 IAD to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 18 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 18 August 2025.

The most flights from IAD 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).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Share of one-stop return flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 73% of one-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £479.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 01m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 44m.

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 18 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Edinburgh. 1 airline have flights to Turnhouse from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh will take you 9h 40m. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Edinburgh is about 3465 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Currently priced at £499, United Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. United Airlines is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Consider Lufthansa (47%), Air Canada (41%) or United Airlines (41%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh is generally £641, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £518. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse), you can expect to pay £388 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Edinburgh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £102). 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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