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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to New York? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.R 3,976 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,976, select.
New York.R 3,981 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Iberia For Level.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia For Level, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,981, select.
New York.R 4,034 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,034, select.
New York.R 4,083 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,083, select.
New York.R 4,104 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,104, select.
New York.R 4,111 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,111, select.
New York.R 4,910 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,910, select.
New York.R 5,279 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 5 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,279, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to New York flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from R 9,056
Aug
from R 5,630
Sep
from R 4,910
Oct
from R 4,034
Nov
from R 3,976
Dec
from R 4,111
Jan
from R 4,083
Feb
from R 4,104
Mar
from R 3,981
Apr
from R 5,801
May
from R 5,279
Jun
from R 5,734

Direct flights from Edinburgh to New York

Alternative Edinburgh to New York routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to New York? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Edinburgh to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,965
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time7 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week55

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to New York is R 7,295. 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.
7 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to New York.
United, Air Canada and Lufthansa fly direct from Edinburgh to New York.
As of July 2025, there are 55 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to New York is usually November.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from R 7,295.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to New York on Friday, 21 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 45 minutes.
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 New York 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Vueling Airlines and Air France offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

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

  • Expect to be travelling for 7 hours. That's the average time for a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York.

  • New York is four hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. New York observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can choose from nine weekly services between these two airports. United Airlines offers a 08:25 departure between EDI and EWR.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your EDI to New York flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Edinburgh Airport to New York ticket. Start your trip at EDI and end it at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • You'll have your pick of carriers that operate direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to New York. Book your journey with one of these:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from EDI to New York. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • EDI is about 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to EDI:

  • When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

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

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to New York flight is R 3,965. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,295. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap flights from EDI to New York, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure date.

  • June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Edinburgh Airport to New York tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from EDI to New York.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's main sights.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to New York.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near EWR. Kick back and get cosy after your EDI to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR will help you stay within budget.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York has landed. Central New York is about 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.

  • If you use public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour.

  • Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near LGA after your EDI to New York flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:

  • Whether you want a mini for a solo trip or a full-size SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the right LaGuardia Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available from suppliers such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.

  • Around two weeks before your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York is the ideal time to book your vehicle from LGA. You're more likely to get a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.

  • LaGuardia Airport's street address is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • Plan your trip to New York during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Edinburgh Airport to New York during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Book an Edinburgh Airport to New York flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from EDI to New York in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about New York

  • Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are essential stops on your New York itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in United States, head for Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key highlights.

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