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

Turkish Airlines, Aer Lingus, and United Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh in just under 10h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3465 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $590 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and Aer Lingus, starting at $605 and $631 round-trip. British Airways is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, 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 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse, Baltimore/Washington - Edinburgh Turnhouse or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Edinburgh Turnhouse when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh.

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

On average you can expect to pay $839 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh. The cheapest flight overall is $464 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse) is currently priced at $490.

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

Before booking your flight to Edinburgh from Washington, D.C., check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (47%), Air Canada (42%), United Airlines( 42%).

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

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

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

The most popular layover on flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh is Dublin.

Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh flights?

Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh flights have a layover in London least often.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dublin?

St. Patrick's Cathedral, Glasnevin Cemetery, and Parnell Square are currently the most popular points of interest in Dublin at the moment. Those on a layover in Dublin interested in visiting St. Patrick's Cathedral, Glasnevin Cemetery, or Parnell Square can do so by traveling 6.1 mi, 3.9 mi, and 5.0 mi, respectively from Dublin. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dublin can rent a car from Dublin for about $22 per day.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 24% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh, book at least 21 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 7% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $618 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $789.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

February can be a great time to fly to Edinburgh from Washington, D.C. with a flight ticket averaging about $918. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $594. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from Washington, D.C.?

Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh. You should not have trouble finding flights to Turnhouse from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Edinburgh airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 6.8 mi journey from Turnhouse (EDI) to Edinburgh’s city center.

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh 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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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh flights typically cost between $714 and $984 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $486 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 14-Oct 22).

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

Tue 10/146:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/226:00 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$486

Wed 9/176:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines

Fri 9/1911:50 pmEDI - BWI

2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$532

Sat 9/206:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 9/2411:25 pmEDI - BWI

2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$536

Sun 10/126:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 10/186:25 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$570

Wed 10/156:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops13h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/226:00 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$586

Sun 10/126:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Thu 10/169:10 pmEDI - BWI

2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$590

Sun 9/146:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 9/246:00 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$595

Sat 10/118:01 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops45h 44mMultiple Airlines

Sat 10/186:25 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$603

Tue 10/146:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sat 10/186:25 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$613

Sun 9/286:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/16:00 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$622

Wed 9/249:45 amIAD - EDI

3 stops33h 14mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/308:55 pmEDI - IAD

2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$633

Mon 10/139:40 amDCA - EDI

3 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/204:35 pmEDI - DCA

3 stops32h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$634

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Wed 10/156:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/226:20 amEDI - BWI

2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$607

Tue 11/111:30 pmIAD - EDI

1 stop15h 30mTurkish Airlines

Tue 11/184:20 pmEDI - IAD

1 stop24h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$644

Wed 12/105:05 pmIAD - EDI

1 stop10h 45mAer Lingus

Wed 12/171:35 pmEDI - IAD

1 stop10h 55mAer Lingus

Deal found 9/14

$656

Tue 11/1110:20 pmIAD - EDI

Nonstop7h 10mUnited Airlines

Tue 11/189:25 amEDI - IAD

1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$756

Mon 10/68:30 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop11h 50mIcelandair

Tue 10/142:15 pmEDI - BWI

1 stop10h 10mIcelandair

Deal found 9/14

$766

Sun 11/28:35 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 40mFinnair

Sun 11/96:20 amEDI - BWI

1 stop17h 25mFinnair

Deal found 9/13

$767

Tue 11/48:35 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways

Mon 11/107:20 pmEDI - BWI

1 stop28h 25mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/14

$769

Fri 9/265:42 pmDCA - EDI

1 stop10h 33mJetBlue

Sun 10/511:30 amEDI - DCA

1 stop16h 26mJetBlue

Deal found 9/13

$816

Sun 10/126:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines

Thu 10/167:00 amEDI - BWI

2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$640

Sun 11/25:05 pmIAD - EDI

1 stop13h 25mAer Lingus

Sun 11/98:20 amEDI - IAD

1 stop16h 10mAer Lingus

Deal found 9/14

$706

Tue 10/146:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/217:40 pmEDI - BWI

3 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$661

Mon 9/291:30 pmIAD - EDI

1 stop21h 20mTurkish Airlines

Fri 10/104:50 pmEDI - IAD

1 stop23h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$730

Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh. Data last updated September 15, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sun 9/146:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 9/246:00 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$595

Wed 9/176:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines

Fri 9/1911:50 pmEDI - BWI

2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$532

Sat 9/206:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 9/2411:25 pmEDI - BWI

2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$536

Wed 9/249:45 amIAD - EDI

3 stops33h 14mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/308:55 pmEDI - IAD

2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$633

Sun 9/286:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/16:00 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$622

Sat 10/118:01 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops45h 44mMultiple Airlines

Sat 10/186:25 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$603

Sun 10/126:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 10/186:25 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$570

Sun 10/126:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines

Thu 10/169:10 pmEDI - BWI

2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$590

Sun 10/129:35 amIAD - EDI

2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/218:55 pmEDI - IAD

2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$631

Tue 10/146:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/226:00 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$486

Tue 10/146:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sat 10/186:25 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$613

Wed 10/156:50 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops13h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/226:00 amEDI - BWI

1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$586

One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Tue 10/216:50 pmBWI - EDI

1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$238

Tue 10/711:19 amBWI - EDI

2 stops39h 21mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$259

Wed 10/229:00 amIAD - EDI

3 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$265

Mon 10/69:35 amIAD - EDI

2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$266

Mon 10/65:20 pmDCA - EDI

1 stop10h 55mJetBlue

Deal found 9/13

$273

Tue 10/216:25 amDCA - EDI

1 stop21h 50mJetBlue

Deal found 9/14

$275

Mon 10/69:41 pmBWI - EDI

2 stops52h 59mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$280

Wed 10/228:00 amBWI - EDI

2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$286

Tue 10/76:50 pmDCA - EDI

2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$299

Mon 10/66:00 amDCA - EDI

2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$301

Tue 10/2110:20 pmIAD - EDI

2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$302

Tue 10/75:20 pmDCA - EDI

1 stop10h 55mJetBlue

Deal found 9/13

$310

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Price

BaltimoreEdinburgh

BWI - EDI

BWIEDI

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/15

6:50 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops14h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/22

6:20 am-5:40 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$607

BaltimoreEdinburgh

BWI - EDI

BWIEDI

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/12

6:50 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/16

7:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$640

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/11

1:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop15h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/18

4:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop24h 25m

$644

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

5:05 pm-8:50 am

1 stop10h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/17

1:35 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$656

BaltimoreEdinburgh

BWI - EDI

BWIEDI

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/14

6:50 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/21

7:40 pm-5:40 pm

3 stops27h 00m

$661

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/2

5:05 pm-11:30 am

1 stop13h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 11/9

8:20 am-7:30 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$706

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/29

1:30 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/10

4:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop23h 55m

$730

BaltimoreEdinburgh

BWI - EDI

BWIEDI

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/20

6:50 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops20h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/24

11:25 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$735

Washington, D.C.Edinburgh

IAD - EDI

IADEDI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/20

1:30 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/28

4:20 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$737

BaltimoreEdinburgh

BWI - EDI

BWIEDI

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/12

6:50 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 10/19

7:05 am-5:40 pm

2 stops15h 35m

$746

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 20 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 Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,251). 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 WAS to EDI?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

The most flights from WAS to EDI 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 to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Aer Lingus from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh 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

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Aer Lingus

7.2

Good

1,271 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

JetBlue

7.2

Good

2,912 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,361 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from Washington, D.C.?
Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh. You should not have trouble finding flights to Turnhouse from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Edinburgh airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 6.8 mi journey from Turnhouse (EDI) to Edinburgh’s city center.
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?
Turkish Airlines, Aer Lingus, and United Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh in just under 10h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3465 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $590 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and Aer Lingus, starting at $605 and $631 round-trip. British Airways is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?
Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse, Baltimore/Washington - Edinburgh Turnhouse or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Edinburgh Turnhouse when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh.
What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?
Before booking your flight to Edinburgh from Washington, D.C., check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (47%), Air Canada (42%), United Airlines( 42%).
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?
On average you can expect to pay $839 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh. The cheapest flight overall is $464 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse) is currently priced at $490.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?
The most popular layover on flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh is Dublin.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dublin?
St. Patrick's Cathedral, Glasnevin Cemetery, and Parnell Square are currently the most popular points of interest in Dublin at the moment. Those on a layover in Dublin interested in visiting St. Patrick's Cathedral, Glasnevin Cemetery, or Parnell Square can do so by traveling 6.1 mi, 3.9 mi, and 5.0 mi, respectively from Dublin. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dublin can rent a car from Dublin for about $22 per day.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh flights?
Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh flights have a layover in London least often.
Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh 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 Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,251). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
British Airways	Cheapest$590	Average$787	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
JetBlue	Cheapest$605	Average$942	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
American Airlines	Cheapest$613	Average$869	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Aer Lingus	Cheapest$628	Average$853	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$659	Average$1,053	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
KLM	Cheapest$667	Average$968	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$681	Average$799	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Delta	Cheapest$713	Average$1,156	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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