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Cheapest return flight
£587
Typical prices: £723-£1,033
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Sat 10/11Sun 18/11
IAH - EDI • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£244
Typical prices: £329-£483
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Mon 12/11
IAH - EDI • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Edinburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 67% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg £642 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 12h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Edinburgh (IAH-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Houston to Edinburgh

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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06:40 - 21:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
32h 55m3 stops Denver Intl Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin
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06:05 - 17:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
41h 35m3 stops London Gatwick Orlando Denver Intl
£587Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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10:37 - 16:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 03m3 stops Denver Intl Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin
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07:20 - 21:37EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
20h 17m2 stops London Gatwick Orlando
£616Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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06:00 - 17:10IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 10m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami Paris Orly
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19:45 - 00:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 40m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Lisbon Humberto Delgado Orlando
£622Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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06:40 - 17:10IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 30m3 stops Denver Intl Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin
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06:05 - 20:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
20h 50m2 stops London Gatwick Orlando
£639Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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14:32 - 17:10IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 38m2 stops Miami Paris Orly
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19:45 - 00:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 40m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Lisbon Humberto Delgado Orlando
£645Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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14:32 - 21:55IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
25h 23m3 stops Miami Lisbon Humberto Delgado Madrid Barajas
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05:50 - 11:27EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
35h 37m3 stops Madrid Barajas Miami Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
£652Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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11:50 - 17:30IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 40m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Milan Malpensa
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18:00 - 14:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 00m2 stops Milan Malpensa Frankfurt am Main
£653Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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06:40 - 20:55IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
32h 15m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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06:05 - 12:19EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
36h 14m3 stops London Gatwick Orlando Raleigh-Durham
£661Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Apr - Thu, 29 Apr
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11:30 - 09:20IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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12:10 - 11:06EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
28h 56m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£661JetBlue
Wed, 21 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
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11:30 - 09:20IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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11:30 - 13:26EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
31h 56m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£663JetBlue
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh at £705 return.
•June (£1,231) and December (£1,024) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 67% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£244
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Houston to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh.

  • How long is a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh?

    A direct flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh takes 00m, covering 4,597 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh flight?

    Return flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh range from £723 to £1,033, with an average of £853 over the past 12 months. Anything below £723 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 4% below the route average of £853. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • How are flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £289, which is 25% below 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 £6 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 68% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £799 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £955, a difference of £156.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 33m, compared to 12h 43m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 12h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 5 hours ahead of Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (British Time vs Central 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average £799, about £156 less than Sunday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 67% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Edinburgh trip for March. Fares historically average £705 return in that month – typically £526 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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