Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to New York Newark Airport (EWR): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in New York is UTC-5, which is five hours behind Edinburgh.
Every week, there are seven Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport flights. To jet off early, jump on the 08:25 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 13:50 with United Airlines.
To ensure you catch your EDI to EWR flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Travelling to New York (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a cinch with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with United on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier operating EDI to EWR flights. An impressive 80.33% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between EDI and EWR:
London Heathrow Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport flight is $554. A round-trip fare is currently $773. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from EDI to EWR, reserve your trip one month before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Landing cheap flights from EDI to EWR is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Edinburgh Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to EDI:
Arriving at New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a New York Newark Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty to explore New York and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from New York Newark Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to central New York
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
From New York Newark Airport, New York is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport is September, while December is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to New York Newark Airport for July if you'd like to explore New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to EWR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.


