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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. from £281

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — WAS
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

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

Cheap 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 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£452

One-way from

£281

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£782

Good round-trip deal

£657 or less

Good one-way deal

£743 or less
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 5/9-19/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 14m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
2/9
  • 2/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 54m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£53 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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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 July 2025.

Fri 5/919:45EDI - IAD
2 stops29h 14mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 19/922:05IAD - EDI
2 stops16h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/7£452
Fri 5/906:40EDI - BWI
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/918:50BWI - EDI
2 stops16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£453
Wed 8/1006:00EDI - IAD
1 stop18h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1022:05IAD - EDI
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£468
Fri 5/908:35EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 19/917:50IAD - EDI
1 stop10h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/7£478
Wed 6/811:30EDI - DCA
1 stop16h 29mJetBlue
Mon 11/813:44DCA - EDI
1 stop15h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 3/7£496
Wed 26/1105:45EDI - IAD
1 stop15h 00mDelta
Wed 3/1212:30IAD - EDI
2 stops17h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/7£519
Fri 5/912:10EDI - DCA
1 stop26h 36mIcelandair
Fri 19/906:25DCA - EDI
1 stop21h 50mIcelandair
Deal found 2/7£525
Tue 7/1017:15EDI - IAD
1 stop27h 20mKLM
Thu 23/1017:25IAD - EDI
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Deal found 1/7£527
Fri 14/1111:30EDI - BWI
1 stop12h 00mIcelandair
Sat 6/1219:30BWI - EDI
1 stop9h 50mIcelandair
Deal found 2/7£536
Tue 7/1006:00EDI - IAD
2 stops14h 35mAir France
Mon 20/1021:20IAD - EDI
1 stop14h 15mAir France
Deal found 1/7£536
Wed 30/709:00EDI - DCA
1 stop18h 27mAir Canada
Wed 6/806:59DCA - EDI
1 stop19h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 1/7£561
Sat 16/809:00EDI - IAD
1 stop29h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 17/822:25IAD - EDI
Nonstop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/7£563

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Edinburgh

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/9

19:45-19:59

2 stops29h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 19/9

22:05-19:05

2 stops16h 00m

£452

EdinburghBaltimore

EDI - BWI

EDIBWI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/9

06:40-17:40

2 stops16h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 19/9

18:50-16:35

2 stops16h 45m

£453

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/10

06:00-19:59

1 stop18h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 15/10

22:05-17:15

1 stop14h 10m

£468

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/9

08:35-16:00

1 stop12h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 19/9

17:50-09:25

1 stop10h 35m

£478

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 6/8

11:30-22:59

1 stop16h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/8

13:44-10:10

1 stop15h 26m

£496

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/11

05:45-15:45

1 stop15h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/12

12:30-10:40

2 stops17h 10m

£519

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/9

12:10-09:46

1 stop26h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 19/9

06:25-09:15

1 stop21h 50m

£525

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/10

17:15-15:35

1 stop27h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 23/10

17:25-12:35

1 stop14h 10m

£527

EdinburghBaltimore

EDI - BWI

EDIBWI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/11

11:30-18:30

1 stop12h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/12

19:30-10:20

1 stop9h 50m

£536

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/10

06:00-15:35

2 stops14h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 20/10

21:20-16:35

1 stop14h 15m

£536

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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 27 June 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 69 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 £599). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £947). 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 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 4 July 2025.

The most flights from EDI to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

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 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, andAir France 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.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very Good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.. 7 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.

  • 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 £452. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from £478, and JetBlue, from £496. Scandinavian Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Icelandair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £470. Users have also found prices from £477 and £490 on WestJet and Aer Lingus, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 £2,948, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £535. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay £443 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 £599). Flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £947). 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£445Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Aer LingusCheapest£502Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FinnairCheapest£536Average£749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£541Average£669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£543Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£561Average£712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£574Average£766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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