3 airlines fly nonstop from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. John F. Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh).
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | EDI Edinburgh Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | EDI Edinburgh Airport |
| JetBlue | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | EDI Edinburgh Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
6 miles (9 km) from the city centre. 17 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| tram | Edinburgh Trams from the airport to Princes Street and Newhaven, every 7 minutes or so | about 30m | £7.90 adult single |
| Bus | Lothian Buses services between the airport and the city | – | – |
US citizens need a passport and a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visits of up to 6 months.
Edinburgh is 5 hours ahead of New York. Edinburgh uses the pound sterling (GBP).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and JetBlue fly this route nonstop.
About 3,247 miles (5,225 km) between the airports.
Edinburgh is 5 hours ahead of New York.
US citizens need a passport and a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visits of up to 6 months.
Edinburgh Trams from the airport to Princes Street and Newhaven, every 7 minutes or so, about 30 minutes, £7.90 adult single.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.