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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Ottawa to Edinburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh is October, where tickets cost $936 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and January, where the average cost of tickets is $1,426 and $1,410 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh, you should book around 5 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

November

High season

September
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 25% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.

When to book flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

  • Can I upgrade to a higher class when flying with Air Canada to Edinburgh?

    Air Canada offers various options for upgrading your seat. There is an option to purchase upgrades to a higher class of service, such as upgrading from Economy to Premium Economy or from Premium Economy to Business Class. Depending on availability, these upgrades are usually available for purchase at the time of booking or closer to the departure date.

  • Are there any specific amenities provided by the airlines on this route?

    Air Canada and British Airways offer in-flight entertainment systems, complimentary meals, and beverages on their flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Passengers can enjoy a wide selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games, ensuring they stay entertained throughout the journey. The airlines often provide individual screens with touchscreen functionality, allowing passengers to personalize their entertainment choices.

  • What public transport options are from the airport to downtown Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh Airport is well-connected to downtown Edinburgh by public transport. Passengers can take the Airlink bus service, which provides direct transportation to downtown Edinburgh. The Airlink buses operate frequently, ensuring travelers can easily catch a ride regardless of arrival time. There are also regular taxi services available outside the airport terminal.

  • Are any airlines prioritizing reducing carbon emissions on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    Several airlines on this route have committed to reducing their carbon emissions and adopting more environmentally friendly practices. Air Canada, for instance, has implemented initiatives to reduce fuel consumption and invest in sustainable aviation fuel. British Airways has also committed to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and is exploring alternative fuels.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Ottawa and Edinburgh?

    A passport is required to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from Ottawa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to Ottawa with another airline. Booking your flights between Ottawa and EDI can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from Ottawa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from YOW to Edinburgh

  • When flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh, you will fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to a major international airport, such as Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). From there, you will catch a direct flight to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), the final destination for your journey.
  • Several airlines operate flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, including Air Canada and British Airways. Air Canada's economy class typically allows one to two pieces of checked luggage, each weighing a maximum of 23 kg. British Airways permits one to two pieces of checked luggage, with each bag weighing a maximum of 23 kg in economy class.
  • Passengers going to Edinburgh from Ottawa can consider booking with Air Canada since it provides various services to passengers requiring special assistance, including assistance for passengers with disabilities and support for unaccompanied minors. They provide support in areas such as pre-boarding assistance and inflight assistance. The staff members are trained to assist and reassure unaccompanied minors, ensuring their safety and comfort during the flight.
  • Passengers should be aware that Air Canada operates the Aeroplan loyalty program, which allows passengers to earn miles for their flights and redeem them for rewards. Flight upgrades are a popular choice, allowing passengers to enhance their travel experience by moving to a higher class of service, such as upgrading from Economy to Premium Economy or from Premium Economy to Business Class.
  • Depending on the airline and routing, layovers always vary in duration. Common layover cities for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh include Toronto, Montreal, London, and Amsterdam. Passengers may check the layover times when booking their flight to ensure they have enough time to connect comfortably.
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Top airline flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Ottawa to Edinburgh? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.0
Air CanadaOverall score based on 6904 reviews
7.8Crew
6.8Entertainment
7.2Boarding
6.2Food
7.0Comfort
Airline reviews

Limited snack options cause the snack vendor was on strike

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2024YYZ - FLL
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Limited snack options cause the snack vendor was on strike

The 6 hour delay with minimal updates was not handled well. After many complaints from most of the un-boarded passengers, food vouchers were offered. The catering strike meant there was no food or snacks on the plane. Beverage service was heavily impacted, only water or juice was available. The staff at the gate was kind enough to inform that "if you want to eat on the plane, you will need to bring it on when boarding".

It was an excellent experience, traveling from Toronto to Denver with United.

Ontime boarding. Almost 1 hour take off delay. We could have boarded slightly later since the pilots were in traffic

I go am isle seat because it was half empty Food strike no food available

Flight was delayed, jeopardizing the following connections. Food was terrible. Crew was great.

This was the first AC flight in a long time that we experienced no delays or frustrations. The gate attendant was extremely polite and accommodating to my husband who has Parkinson’s disease which made boarding extremely stress free. Flight departed ON TIME and was a smooth ride. If only all my AC experiences could be like this.

Great experience on this Air Canada flight. Everyone was polite and respectful, even the passengers are very polite.

My wife and I especially liked the fact that the Toronto agent went beyond expectation to allow my wife and I to sit together. There was no option for us when we booked our seats. Very thankful!

I didn’t like the fact that all the customs officers went to lunch so I was in line for 90 minutes due to where the staff directed me. We were told three very different reasons for why the plane was delayed. It was a crowded plane with difficult storage situations for the Carry On bags. The Air Canada airline staff were all very good and professional. I was so disappointed in my cheese and fruit box as the cheese had molded and the fruit wasn’t fresh so I couldn’t eat the majority of the food. This was the last meal I could find as the restaurants had closed when I got in to my destination. I think you could work on improving the food quality.

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