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Flight deals from Vancouver International to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,751. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Edinburgh.R 3,759 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,759, select.
Edinburgh.R 4,592 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,592, select.
Edinburgh.R 4,667 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,667, select.
Edinburgh.R 4,698 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,698, select.
Edinburgh.R 4,704 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,704, select.
Edinburgh.R 4,744 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,744, select.
Edinburgh.R 4,926 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,926, select.
Edinburgh.R 5,492 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,492, select.
Edinburgh.R 6,774 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,774, select.
Edinburgh.R 6,787 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,787, select.
Edinburgh.R 7,101 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Apr.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,101, select.
Edinburgh.R 11,171 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 2 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,171, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in October.
Aug
from R 5,492
Sep
from R 4,592
Oct
from R 3,759
Nov
from R 4,667
Dec
from R 4,926
Jan
from R 4,704
Feb
from R 4,744
Mar
from R 4,698
Apr
from R 7,101
May
from R 6,787
Jun
from R 6,774
Jul
from R 11,171

Vancouver International to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

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

Edinburgh

11km from central Edinburgh
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from R 3,759
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Dundee

57km from central Edinburgh
from R 6,989
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Glasgow Intl

78km from central Edinburgh
from R 4,160
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Vancouver to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,759
Cheapest month to flyOctober

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver International to Edinburgh is R 9,516. 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 Vancouver International to Edinburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,516.
As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Vancouver International to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Edinburgh is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Vancouver 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, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, making Edinburgh eight hours ahead of Vancouver.

  • To ensure you catch your YVR to EDI flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • R 3,759 is currently the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 9,516. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from YVR to EDI, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to Edinburgh Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Picking up cheap flights from YVR to EDI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Vancouver International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • If you have a late Vancouver International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near EDI:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz to explore Edinburgh and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Edinburgh in March.

  • Book your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from YVR to EDI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Edinburgh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a visit to Manchester will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

  • Birmingham is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

Plan the rest of your trip from Vancouver to Edinburgh

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.