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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. from £269

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — WAS
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or January, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£364

One-way from

£269

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£674

Good round-trip deal

£500 or less

Good one-way deal

£7,400 or less
8/9-16/9
  • 8/9-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
14/5
  • 14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 05m total
  • Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£54 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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 29 April 2025.

Mon 8/907:30EDI - BWI
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/918:50BWI - EDI
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£364
Tue 20/520:55EDI - IAD
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/916:20IAD - EDI
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£559
Sat 24/512:10EDI - DCA
1 stop12h 50mJetBlue
Wed 11/615:15DCA - EDI
1 stop13h 55mJetBlue
Deal found 28/4£572
Fri 13/612:10EDI - DCA
2 stops39h 49mIcelandair
Sun 29/606:30DCA - EDI
2 stops46h 40mIcelandair
Deal found 28/4£577
Wed 10/913:20EDI - IAD
2 stops35h 39mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 24/922:05IAD - EDI
2 stops39h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 29/4£589
Sat 14/609:00EDI - IAD
2 stops31h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 16/610:20IAD - EDI
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4£591
Mon 12/511:55EDI - IAD
1 stop12h 00mAer Lingus
Mon 19/520:25IAD - EDI
1 stop11h 25mAer Lingus
Deal found 28/4£602
Wed 27/809:15EDI - IAD
1 stop11h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 17/922:40IAD - EDI
1 stop13h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/4£603
Tue 9/909:00EDI - IAD
1 stop31h 45mLufthansa
Wed 17/922:25IAD - EDI
Nonstop7h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 28/4£608
Tue 9/912:30EDI - BWI
1 stop12h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 17/921:20BWI - EDI
1 stop10h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/4£614
Mon 8/910:35EDI - IAD
1 stop30h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 16/913:30IAD - EDI
1 stop21h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4£615
Mon 8/913:50EDI - BWI
2 stops28h 58mLufthansa
Tue 16/917:30BWI - EDI
1 stop33h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 28/4£615

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Edinburgh

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghBaltimore

EDI - BWI

EDIBWI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/9

07:30-17:40

1 stop15h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 16/9

18:50-11:30

1 stop11h 40m

£364

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 20/5

20:55-15:20

2 stops23h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

16:20-08:05

2 stops34h 45m

£559

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/5

12:10-20:00

1 stop12h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/6

15:15-10:10

1 stop13h 55m

£572

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - DCA

EDIDCA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/6

12:10-22:59

2 stops39h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 29/6

06:30-10:10

2 stops46h 40m

£577

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 14/6

09:00-11:53

2 stops31h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 16/6

10:20-07:20

1 stop16h 00m

£591

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/5

11:55-18:55

1 stop12h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/5

20:25-12:50

1 stop11h 25m

£602

EdinburghBaltimore

EDI - BWI

EDIBWI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/9

12:30-19:35

1 stop12h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 17/9

21:20-13:10

1 stop10h 50m

£614

EdinburghBaltimore

EDI - BWI

EDIBWI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/9

13:50-13:48

2 stops28h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 16/9

17:30-08:25

1 stop33h 55m

£615

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 11/5

06:00-15:35

1 stop14h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 18/5

21:20-16:35

1 stop14h 15m

£617

EdinburghWashington, D.C.

EDI - IAD

EDIIAD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/6

09:00-16:10

1 stop12h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/6

08:22-07:20

1 stop17h 58m

£618

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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 25 April 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 29 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% 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 29 April 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).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 29 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Finnair from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very Good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 £572. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Icelandair, from £577, and Scandinavian Airlines, from £589. JetBlue is 16% 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 WestJet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £374. Users have also found prices from £518 and £690 on Aer Lingus and Iberia, 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 £4,043, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £400. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay £475 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£454Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£573Average£752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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