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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 700
Typical prices: C$ 1,026-C$ 1,488
WestJet
Sun 21/10Mon 22/10
YYC - EDI • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 315
Typical prices: C$ 332-C$ 682
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/11
YYC - EDI • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Calgary and Edinburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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WestJet
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 31% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dublin (DUB)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 869 (round-trip)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL)
Shortest trip • 13h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Calgary to Edinburgh (YYC-EDI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Calgary to Edinburgh

Wed, 21 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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7:00 p.m. - 9:50 a.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 50mdirect
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11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
8h 00mdirect
C$ 700WestJet
Mon, 18 Jan - Thu, 11 Mar
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10:10 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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7:20 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
27h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 801Multiple Airlines
Sat, 9 Jan - Sat, 16 Jan
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7:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:00 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
15h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 823Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 Jan - Fri, 15 Jan
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7:30 p.m. - 10:20 a.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
32h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
28h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 846Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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7:00 p.m. - 9:50 a.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 50mdirect
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11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
8h 00mdirect
C$ 1,053WestJet
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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7:45 a.m. - 6:55 a.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 10m1 stop Newark
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9:25 a.m. - 9:17 p.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
17h 52m1 stop Newark
C$ 1,331Air Canada
Sun, 10 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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1:37 p.m. - 6:55 a.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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9:25 a.m. - 9:17 p.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
17h 52m1 stop Newark
C$ 1,331Air Canada
Sun, 10 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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1:37 p.m. - 6:55 a.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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9:25 a.m. - 10:58 a.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
31h 33m2 stops Newark Vancouver Intl
C$ 1,331Air Canada
Wed, 21 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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8:20 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 50m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
8h 00mdirect
C$ 1,389WestJet
Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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7:10 p.m. - 10:10 a.m.YYC  Calgary-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
32h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-YYC Calgary
8h 00mdirect
C$ 1,389WestJet
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Calgary to Edinburgh flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Calgary to Edinburgh?

Round-trip flights from Calgary to Edinburgh typically range from C$ 1,026 to C$ 1,488. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 700, on WestJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Edinburgh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Edinburgh. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Edinburgh at C$ 878 round-trip.
•November (C$ 1,435) and February (C$ 1,419) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Calgary to Edinburgh the cheapest?

Flights from Calgary to Edinburgh are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Calgary to Edinburgh

 
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Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on YYC

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

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John Walton

John Walton

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Key details for Calgary to Edinburgh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 315
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Calgary to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Calgary to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Calgary to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Calgary to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Calgary to Edinburgh:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 pm and lands at 2:50 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:00 pm and lands at 2:50 am.

    The flight takes about 7h 50m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Calgary to Edinburgh:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Calgary to Edinburgh take?

    A direct flight from Calgary to Edinburgh takes 7h 50m, covering 10,478 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Calgary to Edinburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Calgary to Edinburgh range from C$ 1,026 to C$ 1,488, with an average of C$ 1,267 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,026 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Calgary to Edinburgh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the C$ 1,267 route average. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 869 round-trip via Dublin (DUB), compared to C$ 1,236 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    WestJet is the only airline operating Calgary to Edinburgh flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 43–C$ 142 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by WestJet and Air Canada. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight prices from Calgary to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Calgary to Edinburgh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 735, which is 42% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Calgary to Edinburgh usually depart from Calgary (YYC) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Calgary to Edinburgh route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 09m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Calgary to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Calgary to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Calgary to Edinburgh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,210 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 1,353, a difference of C$ 144.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    Only WestJet operates flights between Calgary and Edinburgh.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Calgary to Edinburgh?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 11m, compared with 13h 39m via Dublin (DUB) and 13h 42m via Halifax Intl (YHZ).

  • What is the time difference between Calgary and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 7 hours ahead of Calgary (British Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, and St. Andrew Square. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Calgary to Edinburgh flights?

    Among airlines operating Calgary to Edinburgh flights:

    • WestJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Calgary to Edinburgh flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • WestJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Calgary to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 1,210, about C$ 144 less than Tuesday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Calgary to Edinburgh trip for October. Fares historically average C$ 878 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 557 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dublin Airport (DUB) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 869 round-trip on this route – about C$ 366 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

    • Moxy Edinburgh Airport
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG

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