Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 45 minutes.
New York is four hours behind Edinburgh and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
You can choose from 12 weekly Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flights. The 08:25 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 13:50.
Your EDI to EWR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to New York (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with United Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with United Airlines on this route.
With 70.49% of its services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering EDI to EWR flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between EDI and EWR:
London Heathrow Airport
Pearson International Airport
Keflavik International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight is 251 €. A return fare right now is 425 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EDI to EWR.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EDI to EWR.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near EDI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Book a hotel close to EWR if you're on a late Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Newark Liberty International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
Newark Liberty International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to EWR in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited New York, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to tick off its top attractions. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Boston is another well-known destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without dropping by Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.