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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Edinburgh from £242

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — EDI
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Dubai Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in October or September, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£273

One-way from

£242

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£560
10/3-17/3
  • 10/3-17/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 32h 45m total
  • Dubai to Edinburgh
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27/2
  • 27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 45m total
  • Dubai to Edinburgh
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Mon 10/316:45DXB - EDI
3 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/307:10EDI - DXB
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£273
Wed 19/302:00DXB - EDI
1 stop21h 40mSWISS
Mon 24/307:40EDI - DXB
1 stop10h 35mSWISS
Deal found 21/2£417
Thu 20/308:30DXB - EDI
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 24/316:30EDI - DXB
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2£449
Thu 20/301:30DXB - EDI
1 stop19h 40mLufthansa
Mon 24/317:50EDI - DXB
2 stops33h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 21/2£459
Fri 21/311:00DXB - EDI
2 stops16h 10mKLM
Fri 28/313:25EDI - DXB
2 stops15h 35mKLM
Deal found 21/2£528
Sun 6/413:15DXB - EDI
1 stop20h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 10/415:10EDI - DXB
1 stop9h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2£582
Tue 25/214:50DXB - EDI
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Mon 3/320:40EDI - DXB
Nonstop7h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£664
Fri 4/709:20DXB - EDI
1 stop12h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 10/709:25EDI - DXB
1 stop10h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/2£671
Mon 14/422:45DXB - EDI
2 stops17h 25mOman Air
Mon 21/414:45EDI - DXB
2 stops16h 05mOman Air
Deal found 20/2£768

Find flights from Dubai to Edinburgh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Dubai

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Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Mon 10/3

16:45-10:55

3 stops22h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 17/3

07:10-21:45

1 stop10h 35m

£273

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/3

02:00-19:40

1 stop21h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/3

07:40-22:15

1 stop10h 35m

£417

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Thu 20/3

08:30-10:15

1 stop29h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/3

16:30-03:10

1 stop30h 40m

£449

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Thu 20/3

01:30-17:10

1 stop19h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/3

17:50-07:30

2 stops33h 40m

£459

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Fri 21/3

11:00-23:10

2 stops16h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 28/3

13:25-09:00

2 stops15h 35m

£528

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/4

13:15-06:25

1 stop20h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/4

15:10-03:25

1 stop9h 15m

£582

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Fri 4/7

09:20-18:45

1 stop12h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/7

09:25-23:10

1 stop10h 45m

£671

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Mon 10/3

14:50-19:05

Nonstop8h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 17/3

20:40-08:05

Nonstop7h 25m

£701

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Mon 14/4

22:45-13:10

2 stops17h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/4

14:45-09:50

2 stops16h 05m

£768

DubaiEdinburgh

DXB - EDI

DXBEDI

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/3

00:35-22:00

2 stops25h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 24/3

19:20-22:50

2 stops23h 30m

£880

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Edinburgh

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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to Edinburgh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dubai to Edinburgh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Edinburgh is 32 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Dubai to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DXB to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Dubai to Edinburgh in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Edinburgh. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

The most flights from DXB to EDI are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,273 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    To fly from Dubai to Edinburgh, you need to book a flight from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Turnhouse (EDI). Nonstop flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse from Dubai Intl take 7h 55m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Dubai Intl to Turnhouse offered by 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Edinburgh flight route?

    Within the past month, 5 users have taken a look at flights from Dubai Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Edinburgh round-trip?

    SWISS, at £417, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Edinburgh.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa. SWISS is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Edinburgh one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Finnair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £343. Qatar Airways flights start at £350 while deals on Lufthansa start at £422 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Dubai to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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