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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. from £239

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — WAS
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

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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 4 December 2025.

Thu 11/1207:45EDI - BWI
2 stops15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1219:40BWI - EDI
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12£436
Tue 16/1205:50EDI - IAD
1 stop15h 15mDelta
Wed 21/112:23IAD - EDI
2 stops17h 17mDelta
Deal found 2/12£524
Tue 23/1220:30EDI - IAD
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/118:50IAD - EDI
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£524
Wed 17/1211:40EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 50mDelta
Fri 23/112:23IAD - EDI
2 stops17h 17mDelta
Deal found 2/12£527
Tue 16/1213:30EDI - DCA
2 stops14h 27mDelta
Wed 21/111:10DCA - EDI
2 stops18h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/12£528
Fri 12/1213:40EDI - IAD
1 stop11h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 14/1217:05IAD - EDI
1 stop9h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/12£558
Fri 12/1211:45EDI - DCA
1 stop11h 14mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 14/1206:07DCA - EDI
1 stop22h 38mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/12£570
Wed 17/1211:40EDI - DCA
2 stops16h 17mDelta
Fri 23/114:35DCA - EDI
2 stops15h 05mDelta
Deal found 2/12£576
Fri 12/1206:05EDI - DCA
2 stops14h 59mBritish Airways
Sun 14/1222:15DCA - EDI
2 stops19h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/12£584
Tue 23/1219:00EDI - IAD
1 stop29h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 16/117:46IAD - EDI
2 stops16h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/12£588
Thu 11/1211:00EDI - BWI
1 stop12h 40mIcelandair
Mon 15/1219:40BWI - EDI
1 stop9h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 1/12£600
Sat 27/1205:45EDI - IAD
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/118:50IAD - EDI
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£605

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 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£363

One-way from

£239

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£737

Good round-trip deal

£672 or less

Good one-way deal

£488 or less
16/1-23/1
  • 16/1-23/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 10m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
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28/1
  • 28/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 13m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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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 4 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Price

EdinburghBaltimore

EDI - BWI

EDIBWI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/1

08:15-18:40

2 stops15h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 23/1

19:40-18:05

2 stops17h 25m

£363

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/5

12:10-19:59

1 stop12h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/5

17:15-09:15

1 stop11h 00m

£485

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/12

05:50-16:05

1 stop15h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 21/1

18:50-10:40

1 stop10h 50m

£524

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/12

20:30-16:05

1 stop24h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 16/1

18:50-10:40

1 stop10h 50m

£524

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 22/1

08:20-15:35

1 stop12h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 26/1

17:05-08:50

1 stop10h 45m

£527

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 17/12

11:40-19:30

1 stop12h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 23/1

12:23-10:40

2 stops17h 17m

£527

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/12

13:30-22:57

2 stops14h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 21/1

11:10-10:40

2 stops18h 30m

£528

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/4

06:00-16:29

2 stops15h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 23/4

18:30-16:30

1 stop17h 00m

£541

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/12

19:00-19:55

1 stop29h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 16/1

17:46-15:20

2 stops16h 34m

£588

EdinburghBaltimore

EDI - BWI

EDIBWI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 26/3

06:15-19:40

1 stop17h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 30/3

22:00-20:40

2 stops41h 40m

£597

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

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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 28 November 2025.

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. (average of £430). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £594). 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 4 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 54% 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 £557.

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 4 December 2025.
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
9,063 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,384 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,900 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,612 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,559 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 2 outbound flights 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 15m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £527. 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 £456. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Aer Lingus, from £540, and Lufthansa, from £588. 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 - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Edinburgh Turnhouse - Baltimore/Washington 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 (84%), United Airlines (84%), Lufthansa( 84%).

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

    While on average a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. is generally £709, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £459. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay £363 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. (average of £430). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £594). 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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British AirwaysCheapest£456Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£530Average£672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Aer LingusCheapest£540Average£725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£588Average£722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£614Average£772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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