Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to New York: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York and you'll be travelling for around 6 hours 48 minutes.
New York is 4 hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the most popular route, with 12 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from EDI to EWR is with United at 13:50. Go for the first departure with United at 08:25 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from EDI to New York. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to New York are available for booking. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) will be where your journey ends.
Popular carriers that have direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to New York include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from EDI to New York. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
You will need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Edinburgh Airport to New York, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes approximately 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near EDI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to New York
$319 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $508. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from EDI to New York by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to New York. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from EDI to New York every day.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York. Book one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
As soon as your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 48 minutes by car. Central New York is approximately 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near JFK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from EDI to New York:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York. August is the busiest month for a trip to New York. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to New York in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from EDI to New York in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in New York right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top attractions which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
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