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

A quick flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. can take about 10h 05m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £559. 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 £454. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from £514, and Aer Lingus, from £533. British Airways is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

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 cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

While on average a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. is generally £660, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £424. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay £507 for that flight.

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 (64%), United Airlines (64%), Lufthansa( 64%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular airlines flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. are Aer Lingus, United Airlines and Lufthansa. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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.. 4 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 3 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. (average of £576). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of £731). 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?

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.

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from EDI to WAS 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 Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between £571 and £602 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £451 on Multiple Airlines (2 Sept–7 Sept).

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

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 77% 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.?

Boston (BOS) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £431.

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

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 08m.

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

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 40 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

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

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10,073 reviews

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1 / 20

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Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,073 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

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10,073 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Aer Lingus

7.3

Good

1,690 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,073 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

JetBlue

7.1

Good

3,023 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,073 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

8,176 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,073 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,147 reviews

United Airlines

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10,073 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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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.. 4 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 3 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 10h 05m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £559. 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 £454. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from £514, and Aer Lingus, from £533. British Airways is 28% 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 (64%), United Airlines (64%), Lufthansa( 64%).
What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?
While on average a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. is generally £660, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £424. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay £507 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. (average of £576). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of £731). 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 4 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

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British Airways	Cheapest£454	Average£597	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£514	Average£824	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Aer Lingus	Cheapest£533	Average£688	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Aer Lingus flights
United Airlines	Cheapest£556	Average£702	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights

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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 6 August 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.

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from EDI to WAS 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 Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between £571 and £602 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £451 on Multiple Airlines (2 Sept–7 Sept).

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 77% 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.

Boston (BOS) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £431.

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 Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 08m.

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 Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 40 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.

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Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between £571 and £602 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £451 on Multiple Airlines (2 Sept–7 Sept).