Are direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, especially for longer distances. It's often worth comparing both direct and connecting options to find what best suits your budget and schedule.

Can flexible travel dates help on Ottawa to Edinburgh flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons often have lower fares than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Ottawa to Edinburgh flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2026-12-08 – 2026-12-11
YOW - Edinburgh
78% AI deal score
CA$1,341
CA$1,209
Round trip
2026-12-09 – 2026-12-11
YOW - Edinburgh
78% AI deal score
CA$1,347
CA$1,215
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YOW - Edinburgh
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CA$1,340
CA$1,237
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YOW - Edinburgh
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CA$1,344
CA$1,242
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CA$1,261
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CA$1,268
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Ottawa to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $689. September is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $697, while July presents another relatively inexpensive option at $753. These months provide the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Right now, fares from Ottawa to Edinburgh typically range from $718 to $1397, with a median price of $1057. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are infrequent and a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

Most itineraries for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh connect at least once. Currently, 0% of recent fares are for direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, meaning all available options involve connections. The typical number of stopovers when connecting is 2, which significantly impacts the overall travel time.

A typical journey from Ottawa to Edinburgh takes about 18h 5m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, with a median of 2 connections. Travelers should plan accordingly for this extended travel time.

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

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Regular price: CA$911 - CA$1,880

Prices for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh is CAD 911 to CAD 1880. The current lowest deal is CAD 1134 with WestJet, for travel from Nov 23 to Nov 30.

now CA$1,134

Low CA$911

High CA$1,880

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from YOW to EDI is October, with a median price of $689. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1487. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CA$689

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,487

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

WestJet

Air Canada

Aer Lingus

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

CA$1,227

CA$2,303

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

CA$1,440

CA$2,346

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

CA$1,300

CA$2,384

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

WestJet

CA$1,285

CA$1,703

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

CA$1,092

CA$2,206

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

CA$1,362

CA$3,072

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 11

CA$1,347 → CA$1,215

10%

3 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 11

CA$1,341 → CA$1,209

10%

4 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 12

CA$1,340 → CA$1,237

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

CA$1,344 → CA$1,242

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Ottawa - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Ottawa to Edinburgh are above the typical level, with a median price of $1057.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh, with a median price of $689.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 18h 5m.

Flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh typically take 18h 5m, with 2 stopovers on connecting routes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant from Ottawa to Edinburgh, with no direct flights available historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet offers deals on this route.

WestJet has recently offered deals on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, such as $1134 in November.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals on this route are rare.

Deals on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Fly from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International for convenient departures to Edinburgh.

📍 Located in Ottawa, ~0 km from city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,196

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,201

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

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 ~CA$1,136

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

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Elite

Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From YOW

Elite

Dec 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$5,782

$3,591

Save $2,191

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 31

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$6,053

$3,628

Save $2,425

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 30

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$6,041

$3,628

Save $2,413

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 30

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$5,920

$3,684

Save $2,236

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 31

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$5,920

$3,684

Save $2,236

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$5,920

$3,684

Save $2,236

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 24

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$5,866

$3,702

Save $2,164

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 01

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$5,778

$3,715

Save $2,063

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$6,289

$3,790

Save $2,499

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$5,924

$3,814

Save $2,110

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Dec 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

92% AI deal score

$6,051

$3,816

Save $2,235

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From YOW

Elite

Nov 28

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$5,396

$3,618

Save $1,778

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Finding affordable flights often involves comparing prices across various airlines and booking sites. Using flight comparison tools can help you see different options side-by-side. Flexibility with your travel dates and times may also uncover better deals.

Booking flights in advance can often lead to better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good opportunity. Avoiding peak travel seasons can also be beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always consider the total cost and convenience.

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Ottawa to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Regular price: CA$911 - CA$1,880

Prices for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh is CAD 911 to CAD 1880. The current lowest deal is CAD 1134 with WestJet, for travel from Nov 23 to Nov 30.

now CA$1,134

Low CA$911

High CA$1,880

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

October

Cheapest

Flights from CA$689

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,487

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

WestJet

Air Canada

Aer Lingus

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

CA$1,227

CA$2,303

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Aer Lingus

CA$1,440

CA$2,346

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

CA$1,300

CA$2,384

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

WestJet

CA$1,285

CA$1,703

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

CA$1,092

CA$2,206

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

YOW - Edinburgh

Ottawa (YOW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Air Canada

CA$1,362

CA$3,072

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 11

CA$1,347 → CA$1,215

10%

3 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 11

CA$1,341 → CA$1,209

10%

4 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 12

CA$1,340 → CA$1,237

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

CA$1,344 → CA$1,242

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Ottawa - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Ottawa to Edinburgh are above the typical level, with a median price of $1057.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh, with a median price of $689.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 18h 5m.

Flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh typically take 18h 5m, with 2 stopovers on connecting routes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant from Ottawa to Edinburgh, with no direct flights available historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

WestJet offers deals on this route.

WestJet has recently offered deals on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, such as $1134 in November.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals on this route are rare.

Deals on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Ottawa main airports to depart from

Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW)

Cheapest

Fly from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International for convenient departures to Edinburgh.

📍 Located in Ottawa, ~0 km from city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,196

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,201

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

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

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

91% AI deal score

$5,396

$3,618

Save $1,778

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Today’s best flight deals from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Ottawa to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Ottawa - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Connecting flights typically take 18h 5m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

WestJet offers deals on this route.

Deals on this route are rare.

Ottawa 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 23

Dec 31

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 31

Dec 28

Dec 24

Dec 01

Dec 23

Dec 23

Dec 23

Nov 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

How can I find cheap flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

When should I book flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Are direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Ottawa to Edinburgh flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Ottawa to Edinburgh flights?

Related routes

More routes from Ottawa

Flights to Edinburgh from other cities

Ottawa to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Ottawa to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Ottawa to Edinburgh

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

Popular Airports to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Ottawa - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Connecting flights typically take 18h 5m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

WestJet offers deals on this route.

Deals on this route are rare.

Ottawa 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 23

Dec 31

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 31

Dec 28

Dec 24

Dec 01

Dec 23

Dec 23

Dec 23

Nov 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

How can I find cheap flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

When should I book flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?