Can I fly direct from Boston to Edinburgh?

Direct flights from Boston to Edinburgh are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 5.6% of flights on this route were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically two. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

How long does it take to fly from Boston to Edinburgh?

A direct flight from Boston to Edinburgh typically takes approximately 6 hours and 20 minutes. This route covers a distance of 4925 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extended to about 12 hours and 10 minutes. These durations reflect typical flight times observed in the trailing 90 days.

How much more do direct flights from Boston to Edinburgh cost?

Historically, direct flights from Boston to Edinburgh typically cost about 2% more than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $862, while connecting flights had a median price of $849. Direct flights accounted for approximately 7% of the total flights observed over the trailing 90 days. This indicates a slight premium for the convenience of a non-stop journey.

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Boston to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Boston to Edinburgh

Most itineraries from Boston to Edinburgh are connecting flights, with only 5.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of journeys that include connections, you can expect a typical number of two stopovers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Boston to Edinburgh, prices typically range from $695 to $1176, with a median of $951. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 14% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Boston to Edinburgh is typically in February, with a median fare of $424. Other economical months include January, where the median fare is $458, and April, with a median of $469.

A typical journey from Boston to Edinburgh, including connections, takes approximately 20 hours and 15 minutes. This reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

The distance between Boston and Edinburgh is 4925 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant distance contributes to the longer journey times and the typical need for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Boston to Edinburgh

Regular price: $547 - $1,512

Prices for flights from Boston to Edinburgh are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Boston to Edinburgh is typically between $547 and $1512. The current lowest deal is $463 with Air Canada, for travel from Nov 11-Nov 16.

now $463

Low $547

High $1,512

The cheapest time to fly from Boston to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Boston to Edinburgh is February, with a median price of $424. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1121. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $424

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,121

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Direct flights from Boston to Edinburgh

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Last-minute flights going from Boston to Edinburgh

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BOS - Edinburgh

Boston (BOS) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Icelandair

$1,098

$813

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Edinburgh

Boston (BOS) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Iberia Airlines

$845

$517

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Edinburgh

Boston (BOS) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Iberia Airlines

$889

$543

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

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BOS - Edinburgh

Boston (BOS) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

$986

$594

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Edinburgh

Boston (BOS) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

$992

$654

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Edinburgh

Boston (BOS) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

$989

$584

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$989 → $588

41%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$986 → $597

39%

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$987 → $602

39%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

$893 → $529

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Boston to Edinburgh

Boston - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Boston to Edinburgh are above the typical level, with a median of $951.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $424

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Edinburgh, with a median price of $424.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 20h 15m

The median flight time from Boston to Edinburgh is 20 hours 15 minutes, with connecting flights dominant.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 94.4% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers a deal at $463

Air Canada has a deal for $463 from November 11-November 16, found on Skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Boston to Edinburgh are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Boston main airports to depart from

Logan International (BOS)

Cheapest

Logan International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Boston to Edinburgh.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$537

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is ideal for direct flights from Boston, offering convenient access to Edinburgh.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, tram)

💸 Flights from ~$537

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport is a major international hub with a comparable route network to Edinburgh.

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

💸 Flights from ~$526

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

$2,397

Save $1,741

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Boston to Edinburgh is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this booking window, the average price for flights was found to be around $642. Booking within 7-13 days of departure saw average prices of $707, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in higher average prices of $992. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out also showed higher average prices, at approximately $991.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Boston to Edinburgh was considered to be $695 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $951. Prices above $1176 were typically in the more expensive range. These thresholds are based on historical pricing trends observed over a 90-day window.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Boston to Edinburgh include February, with a median price of $424, and January, with a median price of $458. April also offered relatively low median prices at $469. For comparison, the annual median price for this route was $951, indicating significant savings during these months.

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Boston to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Boston to Edinburgh

A typical journey from Boston to Edinburgh, including connections, takes approximately 20 hours and 15 minutes. This reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Boston to Edinburgh

Regular price: $547 - $1,512

Prices for flights from Boston to Edinburgh are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Boston to Edinburgh is typically between $547 and $1512. The current lowest deal is $463 with Air Canada, for travel from Nov 11-Nov 16.

now $463

Low $547

High $1,512

The cheapest time to fly from Boston to Edinburgh

February

Cheapest

Flights from $424

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,121

Jan

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