How long is the flight from United States to Scotland?

The flight from United States to Scotland depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Boston (a popular airport in United States) to Edinburgh (the most popular airport in Scotland), then the flight time is 6h 20m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in United States) to Edinburgh, then the average flight time is 6h 35m.

Which airlines fly to Scotland?

Icelandair, United Airlines and Aer Lingus are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Scotland from United States according to our data. Icelandair is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Scotland. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Scotland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from United States to Scotland on average per week?

As of July 2026, there are 230 flights per week flying from United States to Scotland. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Scotland?

Aer Lingus, Icelandair, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Scotland

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Scotland?

Prices for flights from United States to Scotland are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Scotland?

As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Scotland.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Scotland?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Scotland.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Scotland?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Scotland trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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19:35 - 09:55

EWR

GLA

9h 20m

1 stop

11:55 - 18:25

GLA

EWR

11h 30m

1 stop

£377Icelandair

Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

19:35 - 09:55

EWR

GLA

9h 20m

1 stop

11:55 - 18:25

GLA

EWR

11h 30m

1 stop

£381Icelandair

Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec

19:50 - 11:45

BOS

EDI

10h 55m

1 stop

07:45 - 17:50

EDI

BOS

15h 05m

1 stop

£385Multiple Airlines

Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

23:00 - 00:20

BOS

EDI

20h 20m

2 stops

17:50 - 21:05

EDI

BOS

32h 15m

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£389Multiple Airlines

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

19:50 - 11:45

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EDI

10h 55m

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07:45 - 17:50

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15h 05m

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£392Multiple Airlines

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13:22 - 10:20

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EDI

16h 58m

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09:25 - 23:20

EDI

PHL

17h 55m

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£570United Airlines

Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

19:30 - 11:50

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EDI

35h 20m

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11:30 - 21:29

EDI

PHL

14h 59m

1 stop

£570United Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

09:25 - 10:00

PHL

EDI

19h 35m

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11:30 - 20:01

EDI

PHL

13h 31m

1 stop

£590JetBlue

Tue, 25 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep

09:25 - 10:00

PHL

EDI

19h 35m

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11:30 - 20:01

EDI

PHL

13h 31m

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£593JetBlue

Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

22:35 - 17:35

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EDI

14h 00m

1 stop

05:50 - 20:35

EDI

ATL

19h 45m

1 stop

£628British Airways

Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

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United Airlines flights from United States to Scotland

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27 Sept

LGA06:00New York LaGuardia

24h 50m

2 stops

EDI11:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

29 Sept

EDI09:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

10h 59m

1 stop

LGA14:59New York LaGuardia

£535

United Airlines

27 Sept

LGA06:00New York LaGuardia

24h 50m

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EDI11:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

29 Sept

EDI09:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

10h 59m

1 stop

LGA14:59New York LaGuardia

£536

United Airlines

19 Aug

LGA06:00New York LaGuardia

23h 35m

1 stop

EDI10:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

27 Aug

EDI09:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 45m

1 stop

LGA08:00New York LaGuardia

£564

American Airlines flights from United States to Scotland

Our best American Airlines deals on United States to Scotland flight tickets

American Airlines

1 Aug

JFK19:15New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 30m

1 stop

EDI10:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

2 Sept

EDI10:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

7h 29m

JFK12:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

£604

American Airlines

14 Oct

PHL22:20Philadelphia

11h 20m

1 stop

EDI14:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

21 Oct

EDI11:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

7h 25m

PHL13:50Philadelphia

£628

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28 Oct

PHL19:35Philadelphia

12h 55m

1 stop

EDI12:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

4 Nov

EDI11:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

8h 50m

PHL14:55Philadelphia

£629

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1 stop11h 30m

£381

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19:50-11:45

1 stop10h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

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1 stop15h 05m

£385

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13:22-10:20

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2 stops17h 55m

£570

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PHLEDI

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19:30-11:50

2 stops35h 20m

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1 stop14h 59m

£570

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Philadelphia

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09:25-10:00

1 stop19h 35m

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11:30-20:01

1 stop13h 31m

£590

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1 stop19h 35m

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1 stop13h 31m

£593

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ATLEDI

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 14/9

22:35-17:35

1 stop14h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/10

05:50-20:35

1 stop19h 45m

£628

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Scotland?

If you are unable to visit Scotland during the month of January, then departing from United States during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £554.

What is the cheapest United States to Scotland flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from the United States to Scotland?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Scotland from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Scotland for around £601 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Scotland from United States for as low as £509 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on United States to Scotland flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on United States to Scotland flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on United States to Scotland flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to Scotland flight.

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Best price found	£267
Fastest flight time	6h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Scotland	112 airports

The best one-way flight to Scotland from United States in the past 72 hours is £267. The best return flight deal from United States to Scotland found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £592.

The fastest flight from United States to Scotland takes 6h 20m

Direct flights go from United States to Scotland every day.

There are 112 airports in Scotland. From United States there are direct flights to Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from the United States to Scotland

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Scotland?
Prices for flights from United States to Scotland are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Scotland?
As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Scotland.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Scotland?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Scotland.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Scotland?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Scotland trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from United States to Scotland?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from United States to Scotland is Boeing 767-300 (winglets) (41.36% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (18.35%), Boeing 757-200 (17.23%), and Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 (10.23%).

Best airlines flying from United States to Scotland

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £259	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,675 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Icelandair	PriceFrom £289	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 715 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom £354	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,018 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £426	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,015 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £454	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,125 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £771	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,831 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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