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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh from C$ 490

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — EDI
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Ottawa to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or March, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,028

One-way from

C$ 490

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,457
Air France
  • Air France
  • 19/1-26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 30m total
  • Ottawa to Edinburgh
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1/3
  • 1/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • Ottawa to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Sun 19/15:20 p.m.YOW - EDI
1 stop12h 20mAir France
Sun 26/16:00 a.m.EDI - YOW
1 stop14h 10mAir France
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,028
Sun 19/15:20 p.m.YOW - EDI
2 stops17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/16:00 a.m.EDI - YOW
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,058
Sun 19/110:30 a.m.YOW - EDI
2 stops16h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 26/19:25 a.m.EDI - YOW
2 stops16h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,061
Thu 29/55:55 a.m.YOW - EDI
2 stops21h 30mKLM
Wed 4/66:00 a.m.EDI - YOW
2 stops14h 05mKLM
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,138
Fri 6/65:55 a.m.YOW - EDI
1 stop23h 10mWestJet
Thu 19/611:30 a.m.EDI - YOW
1 stop17h 52mWestJet
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,190
Tue 8/72:25 p.m.YOW - EDI
2 stops11h 55mAir Canada
Thu 17/79:00 a.m.EDI - YOW
1 stop13h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,319
Sat 12/44:45 p.m.YOW - EDI
2 stops45h 15mSWISS
Sun 27/46:45 p.m.EDI - YOW
3 stops29h 12mSWISS
Deal found 14/1C$ 1,762

Find flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sat 15/3

6:20 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop12h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 30/3

11:30 a.m.-3:05 p.m.

1 stop32h 35m

C$ 1,167

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Fri 6/6

5:55 a.m.-10:05 a.m.

1 stop23h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/6

11:30 a.m.-12:22 a.m.

1 stop17h 52m

C$ 1,191

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sat 15/3

6:20 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

2 stops14h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 30/3

11:30 a.m.-3:05 p.m.

1 stop32h 35m

C$ 1,197

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sat 15/3

6:20 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

2 stops14h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 30/3

6:00 a.m.-3:25 p.m.

2 stops14h 25m

C$ 1,237

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sun 27/4

6:00 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

2 stops23h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/5

11:30 a.m.-9:09 p.m.

2 stops38h 39m

C$ 1,292

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Fri 18/4

11:00 a.m.-7:20 a.m.

2 stops15h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/5

9:00 a.m.-11:07 p.m.

2 stops19h 07m

C$ 1,476

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Fri 18/4

4:45 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

2 stops44h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/5

7:35 p.m.-7:02 p.m.

3 stops28h 27m

C$ 1,781

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sat 1/3

6:55 p.m.-7:50 a.m.

2 stops55h 55m

C$ 490

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Fri 30/5

5:55 a.m.-10:05 a.m.

1 stop23h 10m

C$ 576

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Mon 28/4

4:00 p.m.-9:35 a.m.

2 stops36h 35m

C$ 957

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh (average of C$ 510). Flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 946). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,964 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

WestJet
7.2
Good
2,824 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Air France, at C$ 1,028, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Edinburgh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and KLM. Users have found that Air France is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to Edinburgh one-way?

    C$ 1,054 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air France. You may also be able to find cheap deals on WestJet and Air Canada, with prices starting from C$ 1,610 and C$ 7,354, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh (average of C$ 510). Flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 946). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,095AverageC$ 1,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,199AverageC$ 1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,230AverageC$ 1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,251AverageC$ 1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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