Cheap Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to New York (NYCA)

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Flight deals from Edinburgh to New York

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £378. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

New York.£205 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £205, select.

New York.£206 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £206, select.

New York.£229 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 7 May, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £229, select.

New York.£232 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £232, select.

New York.£236 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £236, select.

New York.£245 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £245, select.

New York.£317 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £317, select.

New York.£318 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £318, select.

New York.£321 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 12 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £321, select.

New York.£325 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £325, select.

New York.£327 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £327, select.

New York.£329 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £329, select.

New York.£329 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £329, select.

New York.£330 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £330, select.

New York.£333 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £333, select.

New York.£343 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From £343, 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 September.

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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 found	£205
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	7 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airline	Virgin Atlantic
Average flights per week	83

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

How many airports are there in New York?

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.

How much are return flights from Edinburgh to New York?

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to New York is £378. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Edinburgh to New York?

7 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to New York.

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to New York?

Delta, Virgin Atlantic and KLM fly direct from Edinburgh to New York.

How many flights are there a week from Edinburgh to New York?

As of April 2026, there are 87 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to New York.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to New York?

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to New York is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in New York?

If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 13.0 miles away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from £378.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to New York on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to New York on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York?

Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 44 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Edinburgh Airport to New York?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to New York?

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.

What’s the weather like in New York?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh Airport to New York with?

Currently, LEVEL and Finnair offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

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

The average length of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York is 6 hours 45 minutes.
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, New York is five hours behind Edinburgh.
The busiest flight route is from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). You can pick from 13 services between these airports every week.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your EDI to New York flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can book a direct Edinburgh Airport to New York ticket. Start your trip at EDI and touch down at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to New York include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from EDI to New York. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

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

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to New York flight is £205. The cheapest price for a return flight is £378. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from EDI to New York by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Edinburgh Airport to New York tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
Save time looking for cheap flights from EDI to New York by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Save money on your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

The distance from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 24 kms (15 miles). It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want 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:
Reserving your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks before your flight from EDI to New York can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is about 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your EDI to New York flight:
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from EWR three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 13 kms (8 miles) from central New York. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York.
The journey will take you roughly 55 minutes if you use public transport.
Reserve a hotel near LGA and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late EDI to New York flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from LGA around two weeks before your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better price.
New York LaGuardia Airport's official address is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

December is the quietest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to New York, while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit New York based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Edinburgh Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.

More about New York

Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are a couple of popular attractions to put on your New York itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Explore more of the United States

You've seen New York, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 129 kms (80 miles) southwest to Philadelphia to check off its must-visit sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Boston is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 306 kms (190 miles) northeast of New York. No journey is complete without dropping by Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.