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Cheapest round-trip
$622
Typical prices: $716-$1,032
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Sun 12/16Mon 12/24
DXB - EDI • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,033
Typical prices: $909-$1,100
Emirates
Fri 11/23Mon 11/26
DXB - EDI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 8h 15m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 86% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $579 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Edinburgh (DXB-EDI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dubai to Edinburgh

Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 24
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4:25 am - 6:35 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 10m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:10 am - 2:45 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 35m2 stops London Stansted Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt
$622Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:00 pm - 8:20 amDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 20m1 stop Berlin Brandenburg
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7:10 am - 2:45 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 35m2 stops London Stansted Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt
$635Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 19
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3:25 am - 10:55 amDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:00 pm - 2:15 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
10h 15m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$651Pegasus Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 24
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4:25 am - 7:50 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 25m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Cologne Köln/Bonn London Stansted
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7:10 am - 2:45 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
15h 35m2 stops London Stansted Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt
$664Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 24
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4:25 am - 6:55 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 30m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Václav Havel Prague Kastrup Copenhagen
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3:05 pm - 3:15 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
32h 10m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Václav Havel Prague Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$673Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
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3:25 am - 10:55 amDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:00 pm - 2:15 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
10h 15m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$700Pegasus Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:00 pm - 8:20 amDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 20m1 stop Berlin Brandenburg
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1:15 pm - 7:45 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 30m1 stop Václav Havel Prague
$763Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
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3:25 am - 10:55 amDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:00 pm - 2:15 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
10h 15m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$768Pegasus Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
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3:25 am - 10:55 amDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:00 pm - 2:15 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
10h 15m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$769Pegasus Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:00 am - 6:40 pmDXB  Dubai Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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11:15 am - 7:45 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
$894British Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dubai to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Edinburgh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Edinburgh. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Edinburgh?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Edinburgh at $630 round-trip.
•May ($1,100) and August ($951) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to Edinburgh

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on EDI

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on DXB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Key details for Dubai to Edinburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$622
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 112% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Dubai to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Dubai to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dubai to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dubai to Edinburgh:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:15 pm and lands at 10:30 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:40 pm and lands at 10:55 pm.

    The flight takes about 8h 15m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dubai to Edinburgh:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    A nonstop flight from Dubai to Edinburgh takes 8h 15m, covering 3,587 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dubai to Edinburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dubai to Edinburgh range from $716 to $1,032, with an average of $871 over the past 12 months. Anything below $716 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $579 round-trip via Frankfurt am Main (FRA), compared to $1,000 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Emirates is the only airline operating Dubai to Edinburgh flights. 86% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A380-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dubai to Edinburgh spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Dubai to Edinburgh flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Dubai to Edinburgh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $622 to $3,182. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dubai to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dubai to Edinburgh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,264, which is 734% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $45 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Dubai to Edinburgh usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dubai to Edinburgh route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 51m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dubai to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dubai to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Dubai to Edinburgh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $770 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,100, a difference of $330.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Only Emirates operates flights between Dubai and Edinburgh.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 32m, compared with 11h 16m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 11h 52m via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • What is the time difference between Dubai and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 4 hours behind Dubai (British Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh Castle, St. Andrew Square and Easter Road Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dubai to Edinburgh flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Dubai to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $770, about $330 less than Friday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to Edinburgh trip for February. Fares historically average $630 round-trip in that month - typically $470 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $579 round-trip on this route - about $421 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
    • Moxy Edinburgh Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG

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