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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. from £274

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — WAS
16 Jun — 23 Jun1
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 November, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday 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 17 May 2026.

Wed 3/612:10
EDI
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DCA
1 stop15h 49m
JetBlue
Wed 10/617:25
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop11h 35m
JetBlue
Deal found 16/5£498
Tue 2/612:10
EDI
-
DCA
1 stop15h 49m
JetBlue
Thu 11/606:15
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop22h 05m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/5£511
Fri 17/712:10
EDI
-
DCA
1 stop15h 49m
JetBlue
Wed 29/713:25
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop15h 35m
JetBlue
Deal found 13/5£512
Tue 1/912:10
EDI
-
DCA
1 stop15h 49m
JetBlue
Tue 8/918:25
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop10h 35m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/5£519
Tue 29/911:30
EDI
-
DCA
1 stop14h 30m
JetBlue
Tue 6/1015:50
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop13h 10m
JetBlue
Deal found 13/5£526
Wed 1/711:30
EDI
-
DCA
1 stop13h 29m
JetBlue
Wed 8/714:25
DCA
-
EDI
1 stop14h 35m
JetBlue
Deal found 17/5£533
Thu 4/610:40
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/617:15
IAD
-
EDI
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£536
Wed 3/607:20
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/621:00
IAD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5£541
Tue 9/606:15
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/621:00
IAD
-
EDI
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5£558
Fri 24/707:35
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop13h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/717:15
IAD
-
EDI
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£566
Thu 8/1019:10
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop26h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/1020:20
IAD
-
EDI
1 stop17h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 15/5£569
Tue 29/919:10
EDI
-
IAD
1 stop26h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 6/1012:30
IAD
-
EDI
2 stops24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 16/5£580

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 17 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£498

One-way from

£274

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£666

Good round-trip deal

£743 or less

Good one-way deal

£562 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 3/6-10/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 24m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
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10/9
  • 10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 03m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

12:10-22:59

1 stop15h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/6

06:15-09:20

1 stop22h 05m

£513

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 1/7

11:30-19:59

1 stop13h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/7

14:25-10:00

1 stop14h 35m

£533

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 30/6

11:30-19:59

1 stop13h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/7

14:25-10:00

1 stop14h 35m

£534

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 1/7

12:10-22:59

1 stop15h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 14/7

13:25-10:00

1 stop15h 35m

£544

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/6

12:10-22:59

1 stop15h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 15/7

18:25-10:00

1 stop10h 35m

£544

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/6

12:10-22:59

1 stop15h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/7

06:15-09:20

1 stop22h 05m

£551

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

19:10-17:00

1 stop26h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/9

20:20-18:25

1 stop17h 05m

£601

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 27/8

19:10-17:00

1 stop26h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/9

20:20-18:25

1 stop17h 05m

£630

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 15/6

08:35-15:45

1 stop12h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 29/6

17:15-09:05

1 stop10h 50m

£647

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 15/10

11:30-19:16

1 stop12h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 19/10

17:14-10:00

1 stop11h 46m

£656

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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.?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 79 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. (average of £320). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of £557). 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 17 May 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.

Explore weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.. 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 17 May 2026.

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.?

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 70% 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 £466.

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 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 17 May 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
9,731 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,731 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,731 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,563 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,731 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
2,976 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,731 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
Icelandair
7.0
Good
654 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,731 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,004 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,731 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

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.. 6 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 12h 10m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £647. 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 £459. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from £513, and Aer Lingus, from £539. British Airways is 31% 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 (81%), United Airlines (81%), Lufthansa( 81%).

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

    While on average a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. is generally £831, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £447. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay £536 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. (average of £320). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of £557). 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 6 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 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 17 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£459Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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JetBlueCheapest£513Average£575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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KLMCheapest£528Average£670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Aer LingusCheapest£539Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest£582Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest£620Average£811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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