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Cheapest return flight
£660
Typical prices: £668-£1,003
British Airways
Fri 20/4Sat 5/5
CMH - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£720
Typical prices: £379-£507
British Airways
Tue 18/12
CMH - EDI • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Edinburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 45% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg £714 (return)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 10h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Edinburgh (CMH-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Columbus to Edinburgh

Tue, 20 Apr - Wed, 5 May
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13:00 - 07:30CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 30m1 stop Philadelphia
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11:25 - 18:36EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
12h 11m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£660British Airways
Tue, 20 Apr - Wed, 5 May
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19:51 - 16:20CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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08:40 - 20:32EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
16h 52m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
£661Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
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15:02 - 12:20CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 18m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
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06:25 - 19:37EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
18h 12m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl
£663Iberia
Sat, 30 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
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14:57 - 10:10CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
38h 13m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
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06:25 - 21:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
20h 00m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
£667Iberia
Wed, 7 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
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10:55 - 10:35CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 40m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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12:30 - 22:21EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
14h 51m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
£673Lufthansa
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
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15:56 - 07:55CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
10h 59m1 stop Newark
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09:25 - 20:38EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
16h 13m1 stop Newark
£676United Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
United Airlines Logo
15:56 - 07:55CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
10h 59m1 stop Newark
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09:25 - 20:38EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
16h 13m1 stop Newark
£677United Airlines
Tue, 2 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:15 - 11:55CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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11:50 - 22:38EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
39h 48m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
£678Multiple Airlines
Sat, 30 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
United Airlines Logo
19:55 - 07:55CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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09:25 - 17:29EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
13h 04m1 stop Newark
£679United Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
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12:20 - 07:55CMH  Columbus-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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09:25 - 23:59EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMH Columbus
19h 34m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
£680United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh?

Return flights from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh typically range from £668 to £1,003. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £660 on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh. It's 13% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh at £456 return.
•December (£1,493) and June (£1,045) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 227% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Edinburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£660
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 130% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Columbus to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh?

    A direct flight from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh takes 00m, covering 3,616 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Edinburgh flight?

    Return flights from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh range from £668 to £1,003, with an average of £835 over the past 12 months. Anything below £668 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbus Airport to Edinburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the £835 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,387, which is 173% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £34 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Philadelphia (PHL) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £727 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,007, a difference of £280.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Columbus Airport to Edinburgh?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 42m, compared to 11h 03m via Philadelphia (PHL) and 11h 08m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 4 hours ahead of Columbus Airport (British Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, Edinburgh Castle, and Usher Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average £727, about £280 less than Saturday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Edinburgh trip for November. Fares historically average £456 return in that month – typically £1,037 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
    • Moxy Edinburgh Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG

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