Edinburgh to Newark (EDI–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
EDI–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,259 miles in approximately 7h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 9 | 752, 763 | 7h24-7h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Edinburgh
| Metric | EDI→EWR | GLA→EWR | INV→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EDI | – | 41 mi | 113 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 9 | 14 | – |
| Flight time | 7h 26m | 7h 40m | 7h 6m |
Travel Essentials
EDI: BST · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Edinburgh, it's 1:00 PM in Newark.
British passport holders enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for up to 90 days for tourism or business. You must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before departure. The ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and allows multiple entries. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov, the only official site. Most approvals come within minutes, but apply at least 72 hours before travel. The 90-day stay cannot be extended under the VWP.
Passport must be an electronic/biometric passport (all UK passports issued since 2006 qualify). You need proof of onward travel out of the US within 90 days. CBP officers at the port of entry make the final admission decision and can ask about trip purpose, accommodation, and ties to the UK. Automated passport control (APC) kiosks and Global Entry (for pre-approved travelers) speed up arrival processing. Anyone with certain criminal convictions, prior visa denials, or dual nationality with Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, or Yemen may be ineligible for the VWP and need a B-1/B-2 visa ($185) from the US Embassy in London.
Direct flights from London Heathrow to New York (JFK) run about 7 hours 30 minutes westbound. Multiple US destinations have direct service from London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. The 90-day VWP clock does not reset by visiting Canada, Mexico, or the Caribbean and returning to the US; the original 90 days continues to count down. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. US Customs allows $800 worth of goods duty-free per person.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
EDI–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EDI to EWR
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EDI to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EDI to EWR is about 7 hours 26 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,259 miles (5,245 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Keflavik. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Glasgow (GLA) and Inverness (INV).