Philadelphia to Edinburgh (PHL–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHL–EDI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,339 miles in approximately 6h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 7 | 788 | 6h55 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Edinburgh from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→EDI | EWR→EDI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 80 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 7 |
| Flight time | 6h 55m | 6h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 50% | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · EDI: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, 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.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
PHL–EDI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to EDI
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PHL to EDI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to EDI ranges from 6 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,339 miles (5,374 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via APF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).