Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh from $1,269

Q: How much are return flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh is $1,269. 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.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

6 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Edinburgh.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

Finnair, American Airlines and Iberia fly direct from Philadelphia to Edinburgh.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

As of March 2025, there are 33 flights per week flying from Philadelphia to Edinburgh.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh is usually March 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport on Sunday, 10 August 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 50 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

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.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

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.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Edinburgh is Finnair .

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Edinburgh.$1,269 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,269, select.

Edinburgh.$1,289 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,289, select.

Edinburgh.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.

Edinburgh.$1,305 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr, returning Tue, 8 Apr.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 8 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,305, select.

Edinburgh.$1,306 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,306, select.

Edinburgh.$1,311 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,311, select.

Edinburgh.$1,312 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,312, select.

Edinburgh.$1,385 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,385, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Philadelphia to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,269
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	6 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airline	Finnair
Average flights per week	33

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

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Travelling from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) departing from here.
Edinburgh is 4 hours ahead of Philadelphia. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Philadelphia to EDI.
Popular months like August or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Philadelphia to EDI leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
- Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
- Dublin Airport (DUB)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
PHL is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near EDI:

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

For a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport, $837 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from $1,269. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
We recommend booking as early as possible to lock in cheap tickets from Philadelphia to EDI. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a larger selection of flight times and travel dates.
Finding cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Philadelphia to EDI. You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

June is the busiest month to board a flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Edinburgh, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Edinburgh. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Philadelphia to EDI during then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Edinburgh

Start your Edinburgh trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Edinburgh Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Edinburgh travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Scotland.

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