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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh from C$ 427

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — EDI
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in July or February, booked 43 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 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 829

One-way from

C$ 427

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

C$ 1,084
8/9-15/10
  • 8/9-15/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 56m total
  • Ottawa to Edinburgh
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 10m total
  • Ottawa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (C$ 140 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 29 July 2025.

Mon 8/95:55 a.m.YOW - EDI
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/105:00 p.m.EDI - YOW
2 stops26h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 829
Thu 11/95:55 a.m.YOW - EDI
2 stops21h 10mWestJet
Thu 18/911:30 a.m.EDI - YOW
1 stop17h 52mWestJet
Deal found 28/7C$ 903
Tue 29/72:25 p.m.YOW - EDI
2 stops11h 55mAir Canada
Tue 12/811:15 a.m.EDI - YOW
2 stops14h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 28/7C$ 966
Sun 27/77:29 p.m.YOW - EDI
2 stops31h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/81:50 p.m.EDI - YOW
2 stops29h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,073
Mon 8/911:05 a.m.YOW - EDI
3 stops25h 55mSWISS
Wed 15/1011:15 a.m.EDI - YOW
2 stops36h 49mSWISS
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,173
Tue 16/125:20 p.m.YOW - EDI
1 stop12h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 30/126:00 a.m.EDI - YOW
1 stop14h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,354
Tue 16/125:20 p.m.YOW - EDI
2 stops14h 20mKLM
Tue 30/125:45 a.m.EDI - YOW
2 stops14h 25mKLM
Deal found 27/7C$ 1,410

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Ottawa

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Mon 8/9

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

1 stop23h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 15/10

5:00 p.m.-2:46 p.m.

2 stops26h 46m

C$ 829

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Thu 11/9

5:55 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops21h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 18/9

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

1 stop17h 52m

C$ 903

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Thu 11/9

11:55 a.m.-7:20 a.m.

1 stop14h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 18/9

9:00 a.m.-7:04 p.m.

2 stops15h 04m

C$ 979

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Mon 8/9

11:05 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

3 stops25h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 15/10

11:15 a.m.-7:04 p.m.

2 stops36h 49m

C$ 1,173

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Tue 16/12

5:20 p.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop12h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 30/12

6:00 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

1 stop14h 10m

C$ 1,354

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Tue 16/12

5:20 p.m.-12:40 p.m.

2 stops14h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 30/12

5:45 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops14h 25m

C$ 1,410

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Tue 9/9

2:48 p.m.-11:50 a.m.

2 stops16h 02m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 20/9

1:50 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

1 stop13h 15m

C$ 5,673

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Thu 11/9

5:55 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops21h 10m

C$ 427

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Thu 11/9

4:05 p.m.-4:45 p.m.

3 stops43h 40m

C$ 535

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Deals found on 28/7

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh

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 25 July 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 43 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 29 July 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.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Toronto (YYZ) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 62% of one-stop itineraries from Ottawa to Edinburgh on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Montreal (YUL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 989.

What’s the fastest layover option from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 48m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 56m.

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 29 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,SWISS, andUnited Airlines from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,683 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
655 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,973 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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?

    WestJet, at C$ 903, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Edinburgh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and SWISS. Users have found that WestJet is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 July 2025.
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WestJetCheapestC$ 764AverageC$ 1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 996AverageC$ 1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,013AverageC$ 1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,049AverageC$ 1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,050AverageC$ 1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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