Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. from £279

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — WAS
2 Feb — 9 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 January 2026.

Wed 21/107:25EDI - IAD
2 stops16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/119:40IAD - EDI
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1£387
Fri 30/112:20EDI - IAD
1 stop11h 10mIcelandair
Sat 14/219:40IAD - EDI
1 stop9h 20mIcelandair
Deal found 3/1£432
Fri 22/519:10EDI - IAD
1 stop26h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 5/620:20IAD - EDI
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/1£480
Tue 20/108:40EDI - IAD
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/117:05IAD - EDI
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1£485
Fri 30/108:30EDI - IAD
2 stops15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/219:40IAD - EDI
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1£488
Tue 19/510:15EDI - IAD
2 stops35h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 25/520:20IAD - EDI
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/1£490
Wed 1/409:20EDI - IAD
2 stops36h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 15/420:20IAD - EDI
2 stops41h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/1£491
Sun 1/205:45EDI - IAD
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/218:50IAD - EDI
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1£495
Mon 16/206:05EDI - IAD
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Mon 23/217:15IAD - EDI
1 stop13h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 2/1£497
Thu 5/209:25EDI - DCA
1 stop13h 06mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/215:15DCA - EDI
1 stop11h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/1£504
Fri 9/1008:35EDI - DCA
2 stops19h 22mFinnair
Fri 16/1014:55DCA - EDI
2 stops13h 30mFinnair
Deal found 2/1£512
Fri 30/111:00EDI - DCA
2 stops16h 57mDelta
Sat 14/210:59DCA - EDI
2 stops18h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/1£518

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 3 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£387

One-way from

£279

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£527

Good round-trip deal

£656 or less

Good one-way deal

£777 or less
21/1-25/1
  • 21/1-25/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
Search Deals
21/1
  • 21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£77 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. 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 3 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Edinburgh

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/3

10:15-16:50

2 stops59h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 13/4

20:20-08:35

2 stops31h 15m

£486

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 19/5

10:15-16:50

2 stops35h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 25/5

20:20-18:25

1 stop17h 05m

£490

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/2

09:25-17:31

1 stop13h 06m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/2

15:15-07:55

1 stop11h 40m

£504

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/1

05:50-21:00

2 stops20h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/2

19:40-10:00

3 stops33h 20m

£514

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 20/1

05:50-16:05

1 stop15h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 26/1

12:23-10:40

2 stops17h 17m

£515

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 17/2

05:50-16:05

1 stop15h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 24/2

18:50-10:40

1 stop10h 50m

£515

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 17/2

05:50-16:05

1 stop15h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 24/2

12:24-10:40

2 stops17h 16m

£515

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/2

09:35-15:35

1 stop11h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/2

17:46-13:15

2 stops14h 29m

£517

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/1

11:00-23:06

2 stops17h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/2

18:50-10:40

1 stop10h 50m

£518

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 21/1

05:50-23:06

2 stops22h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 25/1

18:50-10:40

1 stop10h 50m

£518

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 2/1

Showing 1-10 of 56 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Edinburgh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. (average of £423). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £586). 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 EDI to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 January 2026.

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

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

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

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 55% of one-stop itineraries from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C., 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 £550.

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

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

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

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

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

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 10m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 3 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Aer Lingus, andJetBlue from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. 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
9,138 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,420 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,900 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,679 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,642 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.. 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 from for flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.. 5 airlines have flights from Turnhouse to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    A quick flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. can take about 12h. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £504. The distance between Edinburgh and Washington, D.C. is about 3465 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. round-trip from £450. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Aer Lingus, from £532, and Lufthansa, from £581. British Airways is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    Most travelers choose Edinburgh Turnhouse - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Edinburgh Turnhouse - Baltimore/Washington or Edinburgh Turnhouse - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National when deciding on the best route from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C..

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Edinburgh, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (77%), United Airlines (77%), Lufthansa( 77%).

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

    While on average a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. is generally £927, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £443. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay £387 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. (average of £423). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £586). 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.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Washington, D.C.?

Book flights to Washington, D.C. if you plan to visit one of these locations
Silver Spring
Hanover
Oxon Hill
Woodbridge
Arlington
Alexandria
College Park

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 5 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£450Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Search British Airways flights
KLMCheapest£523Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search KLM flights
Aer LingusCheapest£532Average£715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Aer Lingus flights
LufthansaCheapest£581Average£736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Search Lufthansa flights
United AirlinesCheapest£606Average£751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Washington, D.C. from Edinburgh today with Cheapflights!

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. become cheaper?

Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.