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$380 Find Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. departing on 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. (EDI-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4
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8:40 am - 4:35 pmEDI-IAD
11h 55m1 stop
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5:05 pm - 7:50 amIAD-EDI
9h 45m1 stop
Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
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7:25 am - 4:35 pmEDI-IAD
13h 10m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 1:00 pmIAD-EDI
11h 00m1 stop
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
Icelandair Logo
11:30 am - 6:30 pmEDI-IAD
12h 00m1 stop
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8:40 pm - 10:20 amIAD-EDI
9h 40m1 stop
$621Icelandair
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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
Icelandair Logo
11:30 am - 6:30 pmEDI-IAD
12h 00m1 stop
Icelandair Logo
8:40 pm - 10:20 amIAD-EDI
9h 40m1 stop
$622Icelandair
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Mon, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 7
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7:25 am - 3:35 pmEDI-IAD
13h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
9:45 pm - 3:15 pmIAD-EDI
12h 30m1 stop
$640British Airways
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Tue, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 13
British Airways Logo
10:55 am - 6:45 pmEDI-BWI
12h 50m1 stop
British Airways Logo
8:35 pm - 12:50 pmBWI-EDI
11h 15m1 stop
$641British Airways
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Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 31
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9:35 am - 3:35 pmEDI-IAD
11h 00m1 stop
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5:05 pm - 8:50 amIAD-EDI
10h 45m1 stop
$694Aer Lingus
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Sun, Oct 19 - Sun, Oct 26
Aer Lingus Logo
9:15 am - 3:50 pmEDI-IAD
11h 35m1 stop
Aer Lingus Logo
6:05 pm - 7:50 amIAD-EDI
9h 45m1 stop
$709Aer Lingus
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Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 26
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11:30 am - 10:43 pmEDI-DCA
16h 13m1 stop
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3:20 pm - 6:55 amDCA-EDI
11h 35m1 stop
$869United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 13
United Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 3:20 pmEDI-DCA
10h 55m1 stop
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5:00 pm - 7:55 amDCA-EDI
9h 55m1 stop
$945United Airlines
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Everything you should know

Our travelers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Check-in at EDI opens 2-4 hours before flights.
The Silver Line Metro links IAD to downtown D.C.
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Top airlines
Icelandair
Cheapest • from $621 (round-trip)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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Top routes
EDI-IAD
Cheapest
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 22% price drop
July
Most popular
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Cheapest round-trip
$573
Typical prices: $774-1003
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/28Tue 11/4
EDI - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$842
Typical prices: $966-1245
Lufthansa
Fri 10/10Fri 10/24
EDI - IAD • Non-stop
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Expert advice for your flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airports
EDI

Check-in desks at EDI open 2-4 hours before flights. Verify with your airline for exact times.

Read more about EDIby John Walton
IAD

The Silver Line Metro connects IAD to downtown D.C. in about 50 minutes, offering a convenient travel option.

Read more about IADby Stefanie Waldek
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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.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. flights

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

What is the cheapest Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. costs $821 on the route between Edinburgh (EDI) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Washington, D.C. on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Edinburgh, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C., 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 Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. is January, where tickets cost $710 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,140 and $1,111 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $1,107 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C., you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$380
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 21% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 25% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. was $380 for a one-way ticket and $573 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Edinburgh and Washington, D.C.?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    On your way to Washington, D.C., you’ll fly out from Edinburgh Turnhouse. You’ll be landing in one of Washington, D.C.’s 2 airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    Virgin Atlantic, KLM, and Air France offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    The Boeing 757-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Edinburgh and Washington, D.C..

  • On which days can I fly direct from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C., United Airlines or Aer Lingus?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. are United Airlines and Aer Lingus. With an average price for the route of $1,193 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. Aer Lingus is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $864 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Edinburgh to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Edinburgh with another airline.

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

    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 Washington, D.C. from Edinburgh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $876 or less one-way and $1,060 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C..
Find which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Washington, D.C.

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

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Saturday

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Sunday

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

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Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

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Saturday

United Airlines

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Sunday

United Airlines

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.. 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 Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.? 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.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8929 reviews
7.3Comfort
6.6Food
7.7Boarding
8.1Crew
7.1Entertainment
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IAD with the archaic people movers is just a place to be avoided.

10.0 ExcellentThomas, Aug 2025CMH - IAD
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IAD with the archaic people movers is just a place to be avoided.

Overall, it was good. I was seating next to a wonderful lady and did not notice how time flew. Thanks

This is the best united airlines flight that I took. The crew was very friendly and the food was tasty!

It is clear that someone knew, and competent, is in charge of food at United Airlines at least for the international flights. I was flying in coach, but the choices of the dinner were excellent. Tasty, and appropriate size. I had the beef, which was a little bit like a shepherds pie, and it was good. Nothing comparable has been served on a United flight in years. It will not be confused with three star food, but it is very good for airline food. Even better was the breakfast choice between a cinnamon roll and a breakfast sandwich. I chose the breakfast sandwich which was absolutely delicious and which I would happily order again at my local Starbucks or Panera. It is clear that someone knew indifferent is in charge of the food and it’s about time.

For both flights I requested a gluten free meal, they didn’t have one nor were there other options.

Had one staff that was not pleasant. Seems they are stressed with too many people to care for.

I would have liked an opportunity to move to a different seat ( even would have checked in my hand luggage)as I had health issues where I didn't have to clamber over the passenger next to me to for toilet use/ movement [ She was a highly unpleasant neighbor to sit next to]. In addition, I found that my European phone plan had run out of data and so I was not receiving emails from yourselves on airport wifi to be able to check in online and verifications difficult as did not accept the ticket number I had. I asked for an extra blanket but was told there was none. Then I saw other passengers receiving them. I couldn't eat the food and asked for snacks : Stewardess said " on the way" but they did not bring. The best bit was the check in process in Lisbon. Very efficient. However, I did not understand why we had to collect our bags at Washington then go through customs again. It was not explained. I also with my leg and health issue had approximately mile walk to the gate ( which then changed) . There appeared to be no moving walkways or help provided.

The attendant were friendly. I suggest you have a medical attendant on board every flight so that in case someone is sick , he/she will help them.

We had a very long diversion and our food voucher didn’t work because the restaurants were closed

United airlines, mediocre at best. No issues , nothing great . Worked for me

Terrible leg room - I’m 5’3” and my knees were touching the seat in front of me. When the person sitting in front of me leaned back, there was about 15 inches of space between my head and the TV screen which made it awkward to view movies. Last year they had decent food, but this year the only tasty item on the trip was dessert.

The flight from Cincinnati to Philadelphia was satisfactory and uneventful.

All of my Aer Lingus flights were delayed. The seat I purchased with extra leg room was exactly the same as my previous seat that was free. I would appreciate my money back.

It was fine. Not worth the premium price. Overhead bins were so high I could barely reach and no crew offered to help me. Average food. Lounge in Dublin - 51st and green- absolutely appalling. Plagued with hordes of flies, dirty, meager food and beverages. Shameful.

Dear Aer Lingus Customer Care, I am writing to formally raise a complaint regarding my recent experience on Aer Lingus flight EI53 from Dublin to Seattle on 22/08/2025. Both my wife and I were seated in 15D, 15E directly under a faulty air conditioning unit. Even though the unit was switched off, cold air continued seeping through the sides and blew directly onto us for the entire duration of the flight (over 9 hours). We reported the issue to the cabin crew, but the only attempted solution was placing a piece of food-packaging sticker over the vent. Unsurprisingly, this had no effect. When we pressed further, the crew told us: “It is hard to fix it because we don’t have an engineer on board.” As a result, my wife and I remained exposed to constant cold airflow for the whole flight, and both of us became unwell afterwards, experiencing chills, sore throat and fever at the end of the flight. This has caused significant distress, disrupted our work plans. This experience highlights both a serious maintenance issue and a lack of adequate care for passengers. We therefore request: A full investigation into the defective AC system on this aircraft. An explanation of why no effective remedy (such as reseating us) was provided. Compensation for the illness and disruption caused to both myself and my wife. We ask for a full written response within 28 days. Should this matter not be satisfactorily resolved, we are prepared to escalate the complaint to the Irish Aviation Authority and Commission for Aviation Regulation and other relevant authorities. Thank you for your urgent attention to this matter. Sincerely, Temuujin Tuvshingal Myagmarsuren Ganbold

Best travel day I've had in a long time. Everything went perfectly, no delays. 10 out of 10

Not JetBlue's fault but Aer Lingus never explained how to transfer to JetBlue.

Poor check-in experience in Manchester. Delayed boarding and check-in agent never explained how to transfer in NYC to JetBlue.

The space between seats was reduced even further. Could not even open the tray table fully and got compressed the moment the front guy reclined. For a long haul flight it was extremely uncomfortable.

The space between seats has reduced even further making it extremely uncomfortable. Couldn't even open the tray table properly or got compressed the moment the front guy reclined.

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