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Cheap flights from New York to Edinburgh from £171

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — EDI
15 Sep — 22 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in January or March, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 August 2026.

Fri 16/1011:35 -
2 stops23h 00m
Tue 20/1022:00 -
2 stops21h 59m
Deal found 13/8£543
Sun 27/923:10 -
3 stops29h 20m
Sun 4/1009:50 -
2 stops17h 15m
Deal found 11/8£543
Sun 20/920:36 -
Nonstop6h 54m
Fri 25/908:25 -
1 stop15h 45m
Deal found 12/8£544
Thu 8/1016:45 -
2 stops21h 45m
Tue 13/1022:00 -
2 stops21h 59m
Deal found 14/8£544
Thu 15/1021:20 -
Nonstop7h 00m
Tue 20/1012:10 -
Nonstop7h 36m
Deal found 11/8£544
Fri 28/810:40 -
1 stop16h 00m
Fri 4/923:55 -
3 stops26h 35m
Deal found 12/8£545
Sat 22/821:25 -
Nonstop6h 55m
Wed 2/911:20 -
1 stop12h 22m
Deal found 12/8£545
Sun 27/917:10 -
2 stops18h 05m
Thu 1/1019:10 -
2 stops25h 30m
Deal found 15/8£546
Fri 14/819:29 -
2 stops35h 21m
Mon 17/809:15 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 12/8£547
Sun 30/817:35 -
1 stop9h 05m
Fri 4/907:35 -
2 stops14h 20m
Deal found 12/8£547
Sun 6/918:20 -
1 stop17h 45m
Sat 12/906:15 -
1 stop14h 40m
Deal found 13/8£547
Wed 19/813:00 -
1 stop13h 05m
Thu 3/911:20 -
1 stop13h 14m
Deal found 11/8£548

Find flight deals from New York to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Edinburgh (EDI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£543

One-way from

£171

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£606

Good one-way deal

£247 or less
16/10-20/10
  • 16/10-20/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 59m total
  • New York to Edinburgh
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  • 11h 55m total
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

New YorkEdinburgh

LGA New York LaGuardia - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

LGAEDI

New York LaGuardia

Fri 16/10

15:00-07:05

1 stop11h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/10

09:00-19:42

1 stop15h 42m

£549

New YorkEdinburgh

LGA New York LaGuardia - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

LGAEDI

New York LaGuardia

Thu 15/10

15:00-07:05

1 stop11h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 18/10

11:20-22:25

1 stop16h 05m

£549

New YorkEdinburgh

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JFKEDI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 28/8

14:35-07:05

1 stop11h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/9

14:05-16:50

Nonstop7h 45m

£560

New YorkEdinburgh

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JFKEDI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 17/9

18:25-12:20

1 stop12h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 24/9

14:05-16:45

Nonstop7h 40m

£561

New YorkEdinburgh

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JFKEDI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

21:25-09:20

Nonstop6h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 26/9

11:35-20:45

1 stop14h 10m

£561

NewarkEdinburgh

EWR Newark - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

EWREDI

Newark

Wed 30/9

15:00-07:05

1 stop11h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 8/10

05:40-14:45

1 stop14h 05m

£564

New YorkEdinburgh

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JFKEDI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/10

13:15-07:05

1 stop12h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 11/10

05:40-12:55

1 stop12h 15m

£564

New YorkEdinburgh

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JFKEDI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/10

13:15-07:05

1 stop12h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/10

05:45-14:35

1 stop13h 50m

£564

NewarkEdinburgh

EWR Newark - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

EWREDI

Newark

Fri 28/8

16:53-11:50

2 stops13h 57m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/8

09:00-00:10

1 stop20h 10m

£570

New YorkEdinburgh

LGA New York LaGuardia - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

LGAEDI

New York LaGuardia

Wed 23/9

15:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 14/10

13:10-23:27

2 stops15h 17m

£571

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Edinburgh

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Edinburgh (average of £528). Flying from New York to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of £841). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 August 2026.

When flying from New York to Edinburgh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Edinburgh. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 16 August 2026.

The most flights from NYC to EDI are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Edinburgh?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New York to Edinburgh flights typically cost between £552 and £732 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £543 on Multiple Airlines (16 Oct–20 Oct).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from New York to Edinburgh?

Share of one-stop return flights from New York to Edinburgh chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Edinburgh on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from New York to Edinburgh?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from New York to Edinburgh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Dublin (DUB) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £375.

What’s the fastest stopover option from New York to Edinburgh?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Edinburgh, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from New York to Edinburgh?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Edinburgh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 35m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Edinburgh?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 30 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 16 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with JetBlue from New York to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,038 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Wei,Feb 2026

JFK - BOS

The JFK to BOS flight was uneventful. The delay of the inbound plane was difficult since we were near 1.5 hours in delays from the original departure time.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,038 reviews
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,038 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Wei,Feb 2026

JFK - BOS

The JFK to BOS flight was uneventful. The delay of the inbound plane was difficult since we were near 1.5 hours in delays from the original departure time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Edinburgh from New York?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York to Edinburgh. 1 airline have flights to Turnhouse from New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York to Edinburgh Turnhouse should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 13 inbound flights from New York per day.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Edinburgh?

    Airlines like Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and Scandinavian Airlines fly from New York to Edinburgh in about 11h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 40m. The distance between New York and Edinburgh is about 3242 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at £423. United Airlines is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Edinburgh one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with JetBlue, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £124. Virgin Atlantic flights start at £192 while deals on United Airlines start at £276 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Edinburgh?

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - Edinburgh Turnhouse or New York LaGuardia - Edinburgh Turnhouse, Newark - Edinburgh Turnhouse is the most popular route from New York to Edinburgh.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Edinburgh?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York to Edinburgh on time: JetBlue (65%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (65%), KLM (63%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Edinburgh?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Edinburgh is £196. On average you can expect to pay £865. The most popular route, (Newark - Edinburgh Turnhouse), can usually be booked for £460.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Edinburgh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Edinburgh (average of £528). Flying from New York to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of £841). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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