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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Edinburgh to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Washington, D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Dulles.

Edinburgh to Washington, D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$824
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Washington Dulles: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Washington Dulles is C$824. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Washington Dulles.
Air Canada and United fly direct from Edinburgh to Washington Dulles.
There are 14 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Washington Dulles, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Washington Dulles is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles Airport on Friday, May 23, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington Dulles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington, D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Dulles.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is 8 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Edinburgh.

  • Each week, there are seven Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, take the 12:30 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 12:30 with United Airlines.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your EDI to IAD flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • United Airlines has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • United Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EDI and IAD:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Logan International Airport

    • Dublin Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Right now, C$479 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$824. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from EDI to IAD by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • December is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from EDI to IAD.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to EDI:

Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 3 hours 25 minutes.

When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Washington DC in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to IAD in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its leading attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Philadelphia is another well-known destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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