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Find cheap flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh from £294

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh departing on 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Ottawa to Edinburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Ottawa to Edinburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Edinburgh (YOW-EDI)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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08:10 - 06:50YOW-EDI
17h 40m2 stops
09:00 - 09:25EDI-YOW
29h 25m2 stops
£611Air Canada
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Mon, 3 Jun - Mon, 10 Jun
12:00 - 06:50YOW-EDI
13h 50m1 stop
09:00 - 17:45EDI-YOW
37h 45m2 stops
Mon, 3 Jun - Mon, 10 Jun
16:15 - 08:45YOW-EDI
59h 30m2 stops
09:35 - 18:30EDI-YOW
13h 55m1 stop
Sun, 8 Sep - Wed, 18 Sep
17:00 - 10:15YOW-EDI
36h 15m2 stops
09:00 - 17:45EDI-YOW
37h 45m2 stops
Mon, 3 Jun - Mon, 10 Jun
12:00 - 06:50YOW-EDI
13h 50m1 stop
09:00 - 18:13EDI-YOW
14h 13m1 stop
£656Lufthansa
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Sun, 2 Jun - Tue, 25 Jun
14:00 - 10:10YOW-EDI
15h 10m2 stops
09:00 - 18:17EDI-YOW
14h 17m1 stop
£684Lufthansa
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Thu, 6 Jun - Thu, 13 Jun
11:00 - 06:50YOW-EDI
14h 50m2 stops
09:00 - 19:13EDI-YOW
15h 13m1 stop
£684Air Canada
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Tue, 10 Sep - Wed, 25 Sep
11:00 - 06:50YOW-EDI
14h 50m2 stops
09:00 - 19:13EDI-YOW
15h 13m1 stop
£685Air Canada
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Tue, 10 Sep - Wed, 25 Sep
14:00 - 06:50YOW-EDI
11h 50m1 stop
09:00 - 19:13EDI-YOW
15h 13m1 stop
£686Lufthansa
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Sun, 16 Jun - Thu, 20 Jun
18:40 - 14:20YOW-EDI
38h 40m2 stops
03:15 - 19:13EDI-YOW
20h 58m2 stops
£799SWISS
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Sun, 2 Jun - Mon, 24 Jun

Flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh is November, where tickets cost £633 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of tickets is £861 and £842 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh, you should book around 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 29 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to Edinburgh from Ottawa were found on WestJet (£319) and Air France (£523), and the lowest return tickets were found on Air Canada (£611) and Lufthansa (£656).

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Low season

November

High season

May

Cheapest flight

£294
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh

  • Can I upgrade to a higher class when flying with Air Canada to Edinburgh?

    Air Canada offers various options for upgrading your seat. There is an option to purchase upgrades to a higher class of service, such as upgrading from Economy to Premium Economy or from Premium Economy to Business Class. Depending on availability, these upgrades are usually available for purchase at the time of booking or closer to the departure date.

  • Are there any specific amenities provided by the airlines on this route?

    Air Canada and British Airways offer in-flight entertainment systems, complimentary meals, and beverages on their flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Passengers can enjoy a wide selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games, ensuring they stay entertained throughout the journey. The airlines often provide individual screens with touchscreen functionality, allowing passengers to personalize their entertainment choices.

  • What public transport options are from the airport to downtown Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh Airport is well-connected to downtown Edinburgh by public transport. Passengers can take the Airlink bus service, which provides direct transportation to downtown Edinburgh. The Airlink buses operate frequently, ensuring travelers can easily catch a ride regardless of arrival time. There are also regular taxi services available outside the airport terminal.

  • Are any airlines prioritizing reducing carbon emissions on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    Several airlines on this route have committed to reducing their carbon emissions and adopting more environmentally friendly practices. Air Canada, for instance, has implemented initiatives to reduce fuel consumption and invest in sustainable aviation fuel. British Airways has also committed to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and is exploring alternative fuels.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh was £368 for a one-way ticket and £766 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    Ottawa airport is called Ottawa and the only airport in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Turnhouse.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Ottawa and Edinburgh, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from Ottawa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to Ottawa with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from Ottawa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Ottawa to Edinburgh

  • When flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh, you will fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to a major international airport, such as Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). From there, you will catch a direct flight to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), the final destination for your journey.
  • Several airlines operate flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh, including Air Canada and British Airways. Air Canada's economy class typically allows one to two pieces of checked luggage, each weighing a maximum of 23 kg. British Airways permits one to two pieces of checked luggage, with each bag weighing a maximum of 23 kg in economy class.
  • Passengers going to Edinburgh from Ottawa can consider booking with Air Canada since it provides various services to passengers requiring special assistance, including assistance for passengers with disabilities and support for unaccompanied minors. They provide support in areas such as pre-boarding assistance and inflight assistance. The staff members are trained to assist and reassure unaccompanied minors, ensuring their safety and comfort during the flight.
  • Passengers should be aware that Air Canada operates the Aeroplan loyalty program, which allows passengers to earn miles for their flights and redeem them for rewards. Flight upgrades are a popular choice, allowing passengers to enhance their travel experience by moving to a higher class of service, such as upgrading from Economy to Premium Economy or from Premium Economy to Business Class.
  • Depending on the airline and routing, layovers always vary in duration. Common layover cities for flights from Ottawa to Edinburgh include Toronto, Montreal, London, and Amsterdam. Passengers may check the layover times when booking their flight to ensure they have enough time to connect comfortably.
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Top airline flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ottawa to Edinburgh. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Ottawa to Edinburgh? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.0
Air CanadaOverall score based on 6918 reviews
7.2Boarding
7.0Comfort
6.8Entertainment
7.8Crew
6.2Food
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Inexperienced crew. Food was so so. They lost my luggage on a direct flight. Was flying business so my luggage was priority. Not impressed.

2.0 MediocreFrancois, May 2024YYZ - VRA
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Inexperienced crew. Food was so so. They lost my luggage on a direct flight. Was flying business so my luggage was priority. Not impressed.

I liked the early check in. Flight was a bit bumpy due yo weather. Overall, everything went well.

It was awful. For a 37 minute flight time,we had 1:30 hours delay. If someone had a connection flight he or she couldn’t reach for sure. The only positive point was online check in.

Limited snack options cause the snack vendor was on strike

The 6 hour delay with minimal updates was not handled well. After many complaints from most of the un-boarded passengers, food vouchers were offered. The catering strike meant there was no food or snacks on the plane. Beverage service was heavily impacted, only water or juice was available. The staff at the gate was kind enough to inform that "if you want to eat on the plane, you will need to bring it on when boarding".

It was an excellent experience, traveling from Toronto to Denver with United.

Ontime boarding. Almost 1 hour take off delay. We could have boarded slightly later since the pilots were in traffic

I go am isle seat because it was half empty Food strike no food available

Flight was delayed, jeopardizing the following connections. Food was terrible. Crew was great.

This was the first AC flight in a long time that we experienced no delays or frustrations. The gate attendant was extremely polite and accommodating to my husband who has Parkinson’s disease which made boarding extremely stress free. Flight departed ON TIME and was a smooth ride. If only all my AC experiences could be like this.

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Cheapest flights to Edinburgh from Ottawa found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Ottawa to Edinburgh found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
12/9Thu
1 stop
17h 05mYOW-EDI
£294
17/6Mon
1 stop
12h 50mYOW-EDI
£296
13/9Fri
1 stop
30h 40mYOW-EDI
£302
24/5Fri
1 stopWestJet
23h 00mYOW-EDI
£319
24/5Fri
3 stopsWestJet
22h 45mYOW-EDI
£384
14/5Tue
1 stopAir France
18h 20mYOW-EDI
£523
19/9Thu
2 stopsUnited Airlines
24h 00mYOW-EDI
£1,128
19/9Thu
1 stopAir France
18h 20mYOW-EDI
£1,210
19/9Thu
2 stopsAer Lingus
29h 30mYOW-EDI
£1,627
19/9Thu
2 stopsAer Lingus
29h 30mYOW-EDI
£1,630

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Ottawa - Edinburgh Flights

Departure:

Ottawa (undefined)Canada

Destination:

Edinburgh (EDI)United Kingdom

Return flight deals:

Edinburgh - Ottawa

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