Can I fly direct from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 10.4% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. While direct options exist, a significant majority of travelers on this route will likely have at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

The direct flight time from Philadelphia to Edinburgh is typically around 7 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 5374 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 10 hours. This difference highlights the convenience of non-stop options for travelers prioritizing shorter journey times. The total travel time can vary depending on the number of stopovers and layover durations.

Are non-stop flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh have been approximately 46% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $946, while connecting flights had a median price of $650. Direct flights accounted for about 12.7% of all flights on this route. Travelers may weigh the convenience of a shorter journey against the potential cost savings offered by flights with stopovers.

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Philadelphia to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

A typical journey from Philadelphia to Edinburgh costs $599–$1052, with a median of $830. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh are above the typical level. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significant discount may require careful timing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh? The data indicates that December is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $551. Other relatively inexpensive months include June and April, both showing a median fare of $627. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fares for these periods.

The typical journey time for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh is 20h 14m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with only 10.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the overall travel duration.

The route from Philadelphia to Edinburgh covers a distance of 5374 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This distance typically necessitates a longer travel time and often involves connecting flights to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Regular price: $847 - $1,861

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

The regular price range for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh is between $847 and $1861. The current lowest deal is $613 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from August 17 to August 25.

now $613

Low $847

High $1,861

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh is December, with a median price of $551. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1280. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $551

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,280

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

$1,147

$1,031

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

American Airlines

$1,129

$1,054

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Frontier Airlines

$1,224

$1,047

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Finnair

$1,233

$1,172

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

$1,208

$1,049

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

American Airlines

$1,228

$1,117

One-way

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

7 nights

Feb 15 - Feb 22

$1,102 → $871

21%

4 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 17

$981 → $760

23%

11 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 26

$1,102 → $881

20%

14 nights

Feb 9 - Feb 23

$1,057 → $846

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Philadelphia - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Philadelphia to Edinburgh are above the typical level at $830.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $551

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh, with a median price of $551.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 20h 14m

Flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh typically involve connecting, with a median flight time of 20h 14m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with only 10.4% being direct in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frontier Airlines had a recent deal for $613 from Philadelphia to Edinburgh.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Philadelphia main airports to depart from

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Edinburgh.

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

💸 Flights from ~$665

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh.

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

💸 Flights from ~$665

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport is a major international hub with a similar route network to Edinburgh, making it a practical alternative.

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car or bus, but travel via the M8 motorway can be subject to significant peak-time congestion)

💸 Flights from ~$691

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From PHL

Elite

Dec 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

94% AI deal score

$7,532

$3,704

Save $3,828

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Dec 31

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

94% AI deal score

$7,480

$3,704

Save $3,776

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Dec 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

94% AI deal score

$7,510

$3,704

Save $3,806

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Oct 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,551

$3,677

Save $2,874

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Oct 22

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,551

$3,682

Save $2,869

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Oct 19

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,544

$3,682

Save $2,862

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Nov 04

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,575

$3,696

Save $2,879

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Nov 30

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,846

$3,699

Save $3,147

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Nov 04

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,676

$3,701

Save $2,975

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Oct 24

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,552

$3,717

Save $2,835

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Oct 24

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,571

$3,722

Save $2,849

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From PHL

Elite

Oct 19

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,683

$3,739

Save $2,944

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight was around $639. Prices tend to be higher when booking closer to the travel date, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $828. Conversely, booking too far in advance, such as 28-59 days prior, saw average prices of $926. This trend suggests a sweet spot for securing more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh was considered to be $599. The median price for this route was $830, indicating that many travelers paid more. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically falling below $1052. Aiming for a price around or below $599 would typically represent a favorable deal for this route.

Historically, December has offered some of the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh, with a median price of $551. Other months that have shown more affordable options include June and April, both with a median price of $627. The annual median price for this route is $830, suggesting that these months provide opportunities to save compared to the yearly average. Travelers seeking lower fares may consider planning their trips during these periods.

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Philadelphia to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Regular price: $847 - $1,861

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

The regular price range for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh is between $847 and $1861. The current lowest deal is $613 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from August 17 to August 25.

now $613

Low $847

High $1,861

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

December

Cheapest

Flights from $551

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,280

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

$1,147

$1,031

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

American Airlines

$1,129

$1,054

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Frontier Airlines

$1,224

$1,047

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Finnair

$1,233

$1,172

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

$1,208

$1,049

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Edinburgh

Philadelphia (PHL) - Edinburgh (EDI)

American Airlines

$1,228

$1,117

One-way

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

7 nights

Feb 15 - Feb 22

$1,102 → $871

21%

4 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 17

$981 → $760

23%

11 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 26

$1,102 → $881

20%

14 nights

Feb 9 - Feb 23

$1,057 → $846

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Philadelphia - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Philadelphia to Edinburgh are above the typical level at $830.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $551

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh, with a median price of $551.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 20h 14m

Flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh typically involve connecting, with a median flight time of 20h 14m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with only 10.4% being direct in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frontier Airlines had a recent deal for $613 from Philadelphia to Edinburgh.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Philadelphia main airports to depart from

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Edinburgh.

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

💸 Flights from ~$665

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh.

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

💸 Flights from ~$665

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport is a major international hub with a similar route network to Edinburgh, making it a practical alternative.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

93% AI deal score

$6,683

$3,739

Save $2,944

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Today’s best flight deals from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Philadelphia to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Philadelphia - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $551

Connecting flights average 20h 14m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals appear frequently for this route

Philadelphia main airports to depart from

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

Dec 28

Dec 31

Dec 23

Oct 22

Oct 22

Oct 19

Nov 04

Nov 30

Nov 04

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

When should I buy Philadelphia to Edinburgh tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

Can I fly direct from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

What's the flight time from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

Are non-stop flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh worth the extra cost?

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Flights to Edinburgh from other cities

Philadelphia to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

Philadelphia - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $551

Connecting flights average 20h 14m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals appear frequently for this route

Philadelphia main airports to depart from

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

Dec 28

Dec 31

Dec 23

Oct 22

Oct 22

Oct 19

Nov 04

Nov 30

Nov 04

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

When should I buy Philadelphia to Edinburgh tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?