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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh from C$ 371

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 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — EDI
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 9 June 2026.

Sun 7/66:55 a.m.
YOW
-
EDI
1 stop22h 15m
WestJet
Sun 21/69:25 a.m.
EDI
-
YOW
2 stops37h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 5/6C$ 756
Sun 14/66:25 p.m.
YOW
-
EDI
2 stops32h 40m
WestJet
Thu 18/611:30 a.m.
EDI
-
YOW
1 stop11h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 8/6C$ 795
Sat 6/66:55 a.m.
YOW
-
EDI
2 stops20h 10m
WestJet
Sat 20/611:30 a.m.
EDI
-
YOW
1 stop11h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 5/6C$ 881
Tue 8/96:25 p.m.
YOW
-
EDI
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/910:00 p.m.
EDI
-
YOW
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6C$ 897
Wed 10/66:55 a.m.
YOW
-
EDI
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/611:55 p.m.
EDI
-
YOW
2 stops41h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6C$ 902

Find 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 9 June 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 897

One-way from

C$ 371

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

C$ 1,146
8/9-22/9
  • 8/9-22/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • Ottawa to Edinburgh
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29/7
  • 29/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 45m total
  • Ottawa to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 295 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 77 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sun 20/9

6:25 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops32h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/10

9:25 a.m.-12:20 a.m.

2 stops19h 55m

C$ 955

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sun 20/9

6:25 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops32h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 2/10

9:25 a.m.-12:20 a.m.

2 stops19h 55m

C$ 992

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sun 20/9

6:25 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops32h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/10

11:30 a.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 992

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Fri 24/7

6:25 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops32h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/8

11:30 a.m.-12:25 a.m.

1 stop17h 55m

C$ 1,065

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Wed 23/9

6:25 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops32h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/10

11:30 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop11h 05m

C$ 1,130

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sun 20/9

4:00 p.m.-7:20 a.m.

1 stop10h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/10

9:00 a.m.-12:45 a.m.

1 stop20h 45m

C$ 1,194

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Sun 20/9

8:50 a.m.-7:20 a.m.

2 stops17h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/10

9:00 a.m.-8:25 a.m.

2 stops28h 25m

C$ 1,198
Quickest round-trip

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Mon 12/10

2:00 p.m.-7:20 a.m.

1 stop12h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

9:00 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

1 stop13h 10m

C$ 1,234

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Thu 1/10

8:15 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

1 stop32h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 17/10

11:30 a.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 1,240

OttawaEdinburgh

YOW - EDI

YOWEDI

Ottawa

Wed 23/9

12:15 p.m.-7:20 a.m.

2 stops14h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/10

9:00 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

2 stops34h 35m

C$ 1,244

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 8 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.

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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 9 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown WestJet and Air Canada 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.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,356 reviews
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Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Feb 2026

YYJ - YEG

Is just a domestic flight can't complain at all..but everything is great..
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,356 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Feb 2026

YYJ - YEG

Is just a domestic flight can't complain at all..but everything is great..
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,149 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Food

6.2

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Joseph,Feb 2026

YYJ - YEG

Is just a domestic flight can't complain at all..but everything is 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.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    For as low as C$ 955, WestJet can have you in Edinburgh from Ottawa in 32h 40m. Ottawa and Edinburgh are separated by a distance of 4984 km.

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

    WestJet, at C$ 896, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Edinburgh. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air Canada. Users have found that WestJet is 28% 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?

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapestC$ 896AverageC$ 1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 979AverageC$ 1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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