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September 7 - September 23

Cheapest

YOW - Edinburgh

$733

$619

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September 10 - September 22

YOW - Edinburgh

$733

$635

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August 24 - August 31

Best

YOW - Edinburgh

$927

$645

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August 26 - August 31

Best

YOW - Edinburgh

$947

$645

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August 21 - August 29

Earliest

YOW - Edinburgh

$910

$646

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October 2 - October 16

YOW - Edinburgh

$772

$652

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September 10 - September 16

YOW - Edinburgh

$772

$653

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October 10 - October 17

YOW - Edinburgh

$825

$656

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August 25 - August 31

YOW - Edinburgh

$927

$657

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September 5 - September 23

YOW - Edinburgh

$722

$658

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Insights for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, August stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $536. Following closely, June offers a median fare of $604, and October presents a median of $630. These months provide the best opportunities for value when planning your trip.

Right now, fares for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh typically range from $528–$824, with a median of $667. Current fares are below the typical level, making it a favorable time to consider booking. Approximately 53% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating a reasonable chance of finding value. New deals appear almost daily, so keeping an eye on prices can be beneficial.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to include at least two stops on your journey to Edinburgh.

A typical journey from Ottawa to Edinburgh takes about 20h 35m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this long-haul route.

The distance between Ottawa and Edinburgh is approximately 4988 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul flight, indicating a significant travel distance that typically involves extended flight times and often requires connections.

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Regular price: $624 - $1,549

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh is typically between $624 and $1,549. The current lowest deal is $619 with WestJet, for travel from September 7 to September 23, 2026.

now $619

Low $624

High $1,549

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh is August, with a median price of $536. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $1158. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $536

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,158

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Jul

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Direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

WestJet

Air Canada

Air Transat

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

WestJet

$1,041

$663

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

WestJet

$1,047

$683

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

WestJet

$1,048

$683

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

WestJet

$927

$688

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

WestJet

$924

$807

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Porter Airlines

$1,018

$822

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

4 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 23

$1,041 → $663

36%

2 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 21

$1,048 → $683

35%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$1,047 → $683

35%

5 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 31

$947 → $645

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Ottawa - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Ottawa to Edinburgh are below the typical level, with 53% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest at $536

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh, with a median price of $536.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 20h 35m

Flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh typically involve connections, with a median total travel time of 20h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet offers deals on this route

WestJet has historically offered deals on connecting flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport is a good choice for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$619

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is the primary gateway for flights to Edinburgh, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, tram)

💸 Flights from ~$619

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow (GLA) is a major international hub with a similar route network to Edinburgh.

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by bus, car)

💸 Flights from ~$520

Newcastle (NCL)

Newcastle (NCL) offers a wide range of international and charter flights, with a direct rail connection.

📍 ~140 km from Edinburgh (reachable by train, car)

💸 Flights from ~$624

Aberdeen (ABZ)

Aberdeen (ABZ) is a significant regional hub with strong connections to European business centers.

📍 ~150 km from Edinburgh (reachable by train, car)

💸 Flights from ~$662

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK) specializes in low-cost carrier routes and often has cheaper parking.

📍 ~90 km from Edinburgh (reachable by train, car)

💸 Flights from ~$867

Dundee (DND)

Dundee (DND) is geographically very close to Edinburgh, offering quick check-in and security.

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$986

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Jul 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,651

$1,507

Save $1,144

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Jul 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,675

$1,563

Save $1,112

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Jul 16

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,688

$1,563

Save $1,125

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Jul 17

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,676

$1,563

Save $1,113

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Jul 09

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,678

$1,594

Save $1,084

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Jul 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,676

$1,594

Save $1,082

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Jul 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,675

$1,594

Save $1,081

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Jul 16

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,680

$1,594

Save $1,086

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Jul 17

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,688

$1,594

Save $1,094

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Jul 17

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,681

$1,594

Save $1,087

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Jul 15

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,683

$1,594

Save $1,089

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Aug 04

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,710

$1,599

Save $1,111

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Aug 04

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,713

$1,599

Save $1,114

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Jul 18

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,676

$1,599

Save $1,077

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Jul 07

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,675

$1,599

Save $1,076

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Aug 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,710

$1,599

Save $1,111

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Jul 26

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,678

$1,599

Save $1,079

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Jul 30

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,682

$1,599

Save $1,083

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Jul 04

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,664

$1,599

Save $1,065

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Jul 31

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,686

$1,599

Save $1,087

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Jul 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,697

$1,599

Save $1,098

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Aug 13

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,877

$1,599

Save $1,278

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Aug 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,713

$1,599

Save $1,114

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Aug 12

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,841

$1,599

Save $1,242

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Jul 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,676

$1,599

Save $1,077

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Aug 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,715

$1,599

Save $1,116

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Jul 04

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,783

$1,599

Save $1,184

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Aug 12

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,715

$1,599

Save $1,116

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Aug 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,814

$1,599

Save $1,215

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Aug 13

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,722

$1,599

Save $1,123

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Jul 31

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,677

$1,599

Save $1,078

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Aug 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$2,713

$1,630

Save $1,083

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Aug 18

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$2,721

$1,305

Save $1,416

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Jul 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$2,667

$1,625

Save $1,042

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Jul 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$2,658

$1,625

Save $1,033

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Jul 09

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$2,651

$1,626

Save $1,025

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Aug 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$2,695

$1,749

Save $946

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Jul 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,680

$1,366

Save $1,314

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Aug 08

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,693

$1,394

Save $1,299

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Aug 08

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,712

$1,394

Save $1,318

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Jul 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,680

$1,395

Save $1,285

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Jul 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,778

$1,395

Save $1,383

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Aug 08

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,714

$1,422

Save $1,292

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Jul 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,676

$1,422

Save $1,254

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Jul 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,697

$1,776

Save $921

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Aug 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,716

$1,811

Save $905

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Jul 17

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,677

$1,847

Save $830

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Jul 16

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,652

$1,861

Save $791

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Jul 12

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,678

$1,863

Save $815

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Aug 12

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,715

$1,899

Save $816

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Aug 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,713

$1,899

Save $814

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Aug 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$2,715

$1,899

Save $816

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Jul 03

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

82% AI deal score

$6,628

$5,406

Save $1,222

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Jul 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

81% AI deal score

$6,572

$5,403

Save $1,169

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Jul 03

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

81% AI deal score

$6,783

$5,643

Save $1,140

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Jul 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

80% AI deal score

$6,344

$5,524

Save $820

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Jul 03

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

80% AI deal score

$6,402

$5,527

Save $875

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Dec 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

80% AI deal score

$6,317

$5,581

Save $736

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Dec 02

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

80% AI deal score

$6,303

$5,581

Save $722

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Aug 02

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

80% AI deal score

$6,367

$5,622

Save $745

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Aug 02

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

80% AI deal score

$6,367

$5,623

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Jul 03

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

80% AI deal score

$6,538

$5,626

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Aug 02

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

80% AI deal score

$6,383

$5,628

Save $755

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Jul 03

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

80% AI deal score

$6,598

$5,801

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Jul 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

79% AI deal score

$6,380

$5,785

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Jul 03

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

79% AI deal score

$6,377

$5,790

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Nov 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

78% AI deal score

$5,920

$5,642

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Oct 25

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

78% AI deal score

$6,075

$5,788

Save $287

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Jul 09

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

78% AI deal score

$6,393

$5,830

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Dec 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

78% AI deal score

$6,317

$5,903

Save $414

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Nov 30

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$5,840

$5,582

Save $258

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Nov 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$5,855

$5,642

Save $213

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Nov 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$5,871

$5,642

Save $229

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Nov 29

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$5,851

$5,642

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Nov 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$5,844

$5,642

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Nov 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$5,885

$5,642

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Nov 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$5,871

$5,642

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Nov 17

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$5,886

$5,788

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Nov 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$5,890

$5,789

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Oct 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$6,054

$5,794

Save $260

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Oct 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

77% AI deal score

$6,054

$5,794

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Nov 17

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

76% AI deal score

$5,806

$5,788

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Nov 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

76% AI deal score

$5,875

$5,789

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Nov 30

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

74% AI deal score

$5,904

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Jul 20

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

73% AI deal score

$4,082

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Nov 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

70% AI deal score

$6,414

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Nov 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

70% AI deal score

$6,414

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Nov 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

70% AI deal score

$6,414

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Nov 11

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

70% AI deal score

$6,414

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Jul 13

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

69% AI deal score

$6,962

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Jul 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

69% AI deal score

$7,012

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Jul 10

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

69% AI deal score

$7,019

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Jul 10

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

69% AI deal score

$7,081

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Jul 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

69% AI deal score

$7,115

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Jul 10

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

69% AI deal score

$7,138

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Jul 05

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

68% AI deal score

$7,058

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

68% AI deal score

$7,058

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

68% AI deal score

$7,120

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

68% AI deal score

$7,177

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Also, looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes result in better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing compared to weekend bookings.

Comparing flights from airports near Ottawa and to airports near Edinburgh can sometimes uncover more economical options. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from these alternative airports.

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