New York to Edinburgh (JFK–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–EDI is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 3,247 miles in approximately 6h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 37 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 7 | 32Q | 7h27 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 7 | 32Q | 7h10 | Oneworld | – | |
| BA British Airways | 7 | 32Q | 7h10 | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | 76W | 6h55 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Edinburgh from New York
| Metric | JFK→EDI | EWR→EDI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 7 |
| Flight time | 6h 55m | 6h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 67% | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · EDI: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 10:00 PM in Edinburgh.
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.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–EDI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to EDI
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways and Delta Air Lines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JFK to EDI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to EDI ranges from 6 hours 55 minutes to 7 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,247 miles (5,225 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
37 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via LTN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).