{ "response": { "Key": "JFK-EDI", "orig": { "code": "JFK", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "EDI", "type": "airport", "city": "Edinburgh", "fullCity": "Edinburgh, Scotland", "airport": "Edinburgh Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "The flight from New York JFK to Edinburgh is about 3,250 miles and typically takes 7 hours nonstop. The return leg is longer at about 7 hours 44 minutes due to prevailing winds.", "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Edinburgh?", "answer": "Edinburgh Airport is located about 6 miles (9 km) west of the city centre. The tram is a fast, reliable option, running directly from the terminal to the city centre since May 2014. An express bus also connects the airport to Waverley Bridge near the main station, and Lothian Buses operates frequent local services as the main means of public transport in Edinburgh. Taxis and ride-share services are available at the terminal, while car rentals are also an option for those wanting to drive. The tram and express bus are the most used and among the quickest ways into town, with buses being the backbone of the city's transit network.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Edinburgh", "title": "Transport in Edinburgh", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-30T12:51:07Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edinburgh%20Airport", "title": "Edinburgh Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-22T20:09:12Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edinburgh_Airport", "title": "Edinburgh Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T15:36:28Z" } ] }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Average fares from New York JFK to Edinburgh bottom out around $395 in late September, making that the cheapest stretch to fly. The cheapest months overall are September ($408), October ($413), and January ($438), while the most expensive period is late December, when average fares climb to about $553.", "methodology": "Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "For New York City (JFK) to Edinburgh (EDI), the optimal booking window is roughly 4 to 7 weeks before departure, with the absolute lowest fares around 35 days out at about $362. Booking much earlier, around 5 months ahead, tends to be pricier at roughly $508, and fares also climb steeply inside the final two weeks before departure.", "methodology": "Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Yes, overnight red‑eye flights are available nonstop from JFK to Edinburgh. Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue all operate daily red‑eyes, with departures typically between 8:20 PM and 10:15 PM. Actual arrival times vary by carrier and day, but these flights land the next morning in Edinburgh.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Delta, American, and JetBlue operate nonstop flights from New York JFK to Edinburgh. Delta flies the route most frequently, with 49 weekly departures at a median fare around $846, while American operates 21 weekly flights at a median fare near $1,034. JetBlue also serves the route with 7 weekly departures. All three carriers operate daily service, with departures concentrated in the evening hours.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between New York City and Edinburgh?", "answer": "Common layovers include Dublin, London, Amsterdam and Reykjavik. Dublin offers US pre‑clearance on return and efficient connections. London provides multiple airports and high frequency. Amsterdam is a single‑terminal hub with smooth transfers. Reykjavik often yields competitive fares and short layover times." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Edinburgh?", "answer": "May, June, and September offer mild weather and fewer tourists than the August festival peak." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, any required visa or UK ETA, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any necessary vaccination or insurance documents." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Edinburgh?", "answer": "Edinburgh has one airport, located about 8 miles west of the city centre, serving all flights to the area." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From Midtown Manhattan, the fastest option is usually the Long Island Rail Road to Jamaica Station, then the AirTrain to JFK — roughly 20 minutes from Penn Station or Grand Central to the AirTrain, with a combined fare that is higher than the subway but still budget-friendly. The most popular budget route is the subway (A or E train) to Howard Beach or Sutphin Boulevard–Archer Avenue–JFK, then the AirTrain, which takes longer but costs only a subway fare plus the AirTrain fare. For door-to-door convenience, ride-share services and yellow taxis are widely used and cost significantly more, while driving yourself means paying for parking at the airport, which is the priciest option.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/to-from-airport/public-transportation", "title": "Public Transportation - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/public-transport", "title": "Public Transportation - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/transportation/airtrain", "title": "AirTrain JFK - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/to-from-airport/air-train", "title": "AirTrain JFK - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-16T08:12:00Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Edinburgh airport?", "answer": "The Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport is connected to the terminal by a partially covered walkway, about a 4–5 minute walk. Other nearby options include the Moxy Edinburgh Airport (5–6 minute walk), DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh Airport (6–8 minute walk, with an airport shuttle), Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport (with a shuttle), and the Ibis Budget Hotel Edinburgh Park (no shuttle).", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-edinburgh-airport.htm", "title": "Edinburgh Airport Guide – Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-01-27T15:08:50Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/edinburgh-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Edinburgh Airport Guide – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2022-01-16T16:34:56Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Edinburgh Airport?", "answer": "Edinburgh Airport offers a range of passenger services across its terminal, including currency exchange and multi-faith prayer facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal for all travelers. The airport's single terminal building houses these amenities, making them easily accessible whether you're arriving on a flight from New York JFK or departing onward.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edinburgh%20Airport", "title": "Edinburgh Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-22T20:09:12Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edinburgh_Airport", "title": "Edinburgh Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T15:36:28Z" }, { "url": "http://www.flightpedia.org/airports/edinburgh-airport.html", "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)", "time_published": "2026-04-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Edinburgh", "title": "Transport in Edinburgh", "time_published": "2026-03-31T07:01:05Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Edinburgh", "title": "Transport in Edinburgh", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-30T12:51:07Z" } ] }, "q16": { "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the New York City and Edinburgh airports?", "answer": "At JFK, travelers with disabilities can request wheelchair or guided assistance through their airline or travel agent, and the airport provides accessible restrooms in every terminal plus service animal relief areas. TSA Cares offers help through security screening, and requests should be submitted at least 72 hours before the flight. Edinburgh Airport offers step-free access to all platforms at the nearby Edinburgh Gateway rail station, with trams linking the airport to the city center. To arrange mobility assistance at either airport, contact your airline at least 48 hours before departure.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/at-airport/accessibility-services", "title": "Accessibility Services - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/explore-jfk/accessibility-services", "title": "Accessibility Services - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/contact-us", "title": "Contact Us - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/frequently-asked-questions", "title": "Frequently Asked Questions - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://panynj.gov/port-authority/en/Accessibility.html", "title": "Accessibility" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edinburgh_Airport", "title": "Edinburgh Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T15:36:28Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edinburgh%20Airport", "title": "Edinburgh Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-22T20:09:12Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Edinburgh", "title": "Transport in Edinburgh", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-30T12:51:07Z" }, { "url": "http://www.flightpedia.org/airports/edinburgh-airport.html", "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)", "time_published": "2026-04-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.flightpedia.org/airport-arrivals/edi.html", "title": "Edinburgh Airport Live Arrivals" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Delta typically flies Boeing 767-300 aircraft on flights from New York City to Edinburgh, American Airlines uses Airbus A321neo, and JetBlue operates Airbus A320 family jets. Delta operates the route most frequently, with multiple daily departures.", "methodology": "Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Delta (SkyTeam), American Airlines (oneworld), and JetBlue — which is unaffiliated with any alliance — operate nonstop from New York JFK to Edinburgh. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but those three are the only carriers with nonstop service.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from New York City?", "answer": "When departing from JFK, the best lounge options include the American Express Centurion Lounge, which offers chef-curated dining, a full-service coffee bar, and a hidden speakeasy for Platinum, Delta SkyMiles Reserve, and Centurion Card members. The Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways provides made-to-order dining, signature cocktails, shower suites, and prayer rooms. The Delta One Lounge is reserved exclusively for Delta One travelers and features a spa, full-service brasserie, and luxury amenities. JetBlue's BlueHouse welcomes eligible travelers with two levels of space, two bars, and fresh food, with complimentary access for TrueBlue Mosaic 4 members, JetBlue Premier Cardmembers, and JetBlue transatlantic Mint customers. The Chelsea Lounge in Terminal 8 offers an elegant atmosphere with a champagne bar and James Beard Foundation-partnered meals.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/dine-shop-relax/lounge-and-rest", "title": "Relaxation and Lounges - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://aa.com/i18n/travel-info/clubs/joint-premium-lounges.jsp", "title": "Joint premium lounges at JFK Airport | American Airlines", "favicon": "https://aa.com/content/images/chrome/rebrand/favicon.png" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/airport-guides/new-york-ny-jfk-international", "title": "JFK Airport Guide | JFK Terminals, Transport & Facilities | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://prioritypass.com/icon.png?a4ff481221414a5c" }, { "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/new-york-city-sky-club-jfk-airport-map", "title": "John F. 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Standard international economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry-on." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Flights from New York City to Edinburgh typically offer Economy, Premium Economy, and flat-bed Business class on most nonstop services, with First class rarely available." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy normally does not." } } } }