Cheap Flights from New York Newark (EWR) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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Flight deals from New York Newark to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £528. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Edinburgh.£167 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £167, select.

Edinburgh.£178 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £178, select.

Edinburgh.£178 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £178, select.

Edinburgh.£178 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £178, select.

Edinburgh.£182 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £182, select.

Edinburgh.£182 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £182, select.

Edinburgh.£183 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £183, select.

Edinburgh.£195 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £195, select.

Edinburgh.£231 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £231, select.

Edinburgh.£235 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £235, select.

Edinburgh.£235 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £235, select.

Edinburgh.£235 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £235, select.

Edinburgh.£235 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £235, select.

Edinburgh.£235 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £235, select.

Edinburgh.£236 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £236, select.

Edinburgh.£236 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £236, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Direct flights from New York Newark to Edinburgh

New York Newark to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York Newark to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

New York to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£167
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	6 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airline	Air Canada
Average flights per week	22

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from New York Newark to Edinburgh?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Edinburgh is £390. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York Newark to Edinburgh?

6 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to Edinburgh.

Which airlines fly direct from New York Newark to Edinburgh?

Air Canada, Lufthansa and United fly direct from New York Newark to Edinburgh.

How many flights are there a week from New York Newark to Edinburgh?

As of June 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from New York Newark to Edinburgh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York Newark to Edinburgh?

The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Edinburgh is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Monday, 31 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 55 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Edinburgh?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Edinburgh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh with?

Currently, Icelandair and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 6 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of New York.
You can choose from seven weekly New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. The 20:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Travelling to Edinburgh (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is a breeze with United. This popular airline offers direct flights from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
United is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 68.33% of services landing as planned, United is the most punctual carrier offering EWR to EDI flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between EWR and EDI:
- Dublin Airport
- Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
- Shannon Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

£167 is currently the best price for a one-way New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start at £390. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from EWR to EDI, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from EWR to EDI.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)

You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
71% of flights that take off from New York Newark Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central New York to New York Newark Airport is around 14 kms (9 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Have an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to EWR:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Follow your own route with a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and venture far and wide through Edinburgh and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead of your trip.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

The quietest month for a flight from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from New York Newark Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EWR to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Edinburgh. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the south, well-known attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kms (250 miles) south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.