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Flight deals from Ottawa International to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa International to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Edinburgh.R 4,357 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Air Transat.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,357, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,355 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,355, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,715 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,715, select.
Edinburgh.R 6,829 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,829, select.
Edinburgh.R 7,492 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,492, select.
Edinburgh.R 12,980 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Apr.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,980, select.
Edinburgh.R 14,721 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,721, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa International to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Ottawa International to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ottawa International to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Ottawa to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,357
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa International to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa International to Edinburgh is R 11,179. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ottawa International to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,179.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Ottawa International to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Edinburgh is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa International Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Friday, 17 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa International Airport and Edinburgh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Transat offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Edinburgh four hours ahead of Ottawa.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your YOW to EDI flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is R 4,357. A return plane ticket right now is R 11,179. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YOW to EDI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from YOW to EDI.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.

  • Of all flights leaving Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% land on time at their destination.

  • To reach Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near YOW:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Reserve a hotel near EDI if you're catching a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Go where the road takes you with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and chase adventure across Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Edinburgh. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YOW to EDI sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Edinburgh is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

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