4 airlines fly nonstop from New York to Edinburgh.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | EDI Edinburgh Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | EDI Edinburgh Airport |
| JetBlue | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | EDI Edinburgh Airport |
| United Airlines | EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | EDI Edinburgh Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
6 miles (9 km) from the city centre. 17 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| tram | Edinburgh Trams from the airport to Princes Street and Newhaven, every 7 minutes or so | about 30m | £7.90 adult single |
| Bus | Lothian Buses services between the airport and the city | – | – |
US citizens need a passport and a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visits of up to 6 months.
Edinburgh is 5 hours ahead of New York. Edinburgh uses the pound sterling (GBP).
Read the Edinburgh guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Nonstop flights leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and arrive at Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
About 3,258 miles (5,244 km), measured between the city centres.
Edinburgh is 5 hours ahead of New York.
US citizens need a passport and a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visits of up to 6 months.
Edinburgh Trams from the airport to Princes Street and Newhaven, every 7 minutes or so, about 30 minutes, £7.90 adult single.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.