Newark to Edinburgh (EWR–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Newark to Edinburgh
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 3,259 mi 6h 50m nonstop +4h ahead 36 1-stop hubs

EWR–EDI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,259 miles in approximately 6h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop EWR–EDI service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 7 752 6h50 74% Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
752 Boeing 757-200 – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, EWR to EDI direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to EDI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
36
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
STN ~8h 57m LTN ~9h 8m AGP ~10h 48m JFK ~11h 51m APF ~11h 54m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,407
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
EWR → EDI
74%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
74%
Return
EDI → EWR
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Edinburgh from Newark

Nearby airports with service to Edinburgh Airport.
Metric EWR→EDI JFK→EDI PHL→EDI
Distance from EWR – 21 mi 80 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 4 1
Weekly flights 7 28 7
Flight time 6h 50m 6h 55m 6h 55m
Departure OTP 74% – –
New York (JFK) to Edinburgh flights · Philadelphia (PHL) to Edinburgh flights
Airports within 200 miles of EWR with service to Edinburgh Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+4h
Edinburgh is 4 hours ahead of Newark.
EWR: EDT · EDI: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 10:00 PM in Edinburgh.
Distance & Flight Time
3,259 mi / 5,245 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 50m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to EWR

NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.

Facts

EWR–EDI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Newark to Edinburgh route.
Route details
Distance3,259 mi / 5,245 km
Flight time6h 50m
Time difference+4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections36 hubs
Origin: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
Destination: EDI
Full nameEdinburgh Airport
IATA / ICAOEDI / EGPH
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr15.8M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EWR to EDI flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Edinburgh Airport take approximately 6h 50m. The route covers 3,259 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from EWR to EDI. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STN, LTN, AGP, JFK, APF, OSL, LYS, KEF, BGI, AMS, BFI, FCO, ZRH, NAP, SNN, NCE, MUC, MAD, FRA, DUB, CDG, BER, LHR, LIS, GVA, IAD, RAK, ARN, BCN, CPH, VIE, IST, OPO, LAX, ATH and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Edinburgh is 4 hours ahead of Newark.
Yes, return flights from EDI to EWR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include JFK and PHL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from EWR to EDI

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

EWR to EDI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EWR to EDI ranges from 6 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,259 miles (5,245 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via STN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK) and Philadelphia (PHL).