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Getting from New York City airports to the city center
Fastest options: AirTrain + subway (JFK), bus or taxi (LGA), AirTrain + NJ Transit (EWR). Best value: public transit combinations.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
60-75 min | $11 (AirTrain $8.50 + subway $2.90) | every 5–10 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
35-45 min | $16-$21 (AirTrain + LIRR fare varies by peak/off-peak) | every 10–20 min (traffic dependent) | fastest to Midtown | |
40-75 min | $70 (flat fare to Manhattan; plus tolls and tip) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door with luggage |
From LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
45-70 min | $2-$3 (free transfer between Q70 and subway) | every 5–15 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
25-50 min | $35-$55 (metered; plus tolls and tip) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience |
From Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
30-45 min | $13-$16 (AirTrain included in NJ Transit fare) | every 15–30 min (traffic dependent) | fastest to Penn Station | |
40-60 min | $18 (one-way fare) | every 15–30 min (traffic dependent) | direct to Midtown stops | |
35-60 min | $80-$120 (metered; plus tolls and tip) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door from New Jersey |
Notes:
- Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- JFK yellow cab fare to Manhattan is a flat $70 (excluding tolls and tip). LaGuardia and Newark fares are metered.
- AirTrain at JFK and EWR connects terminals to transit hubs; fare is included or separate depending on connection.
- Road traffic, especially during rush hours, can significantly affect journey times for taxis and buses.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to New York
Weekly direct flights
Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from Edinburgh to New York in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the chart.
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| Weekly flights: 15 total | Daily flights: 2.14 average | Most flights: Wednesday 2 flights |
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| Weekly flights: 14 total | Daily flights: 2 average | Most flights: Monday 2 flights |
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| Weekly flights: 14 total | Daily flights: 2 average | Most flights: Monday 1 flights |
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| Weekly flights: 23 total | Daily flights: 3.29 average | Most flights: Monday 1 flights |
Check-in for a flight from Edinburgh to New York
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanair | RYR | FR | No |
| easyJet | EZY | U2 | Yes |
| TAP Portugal | TAP | TP | No |
| French Bee | FBU | BF | No |
| Spirit Airlines | NKS | NK | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in New York
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 2°C | -3°C |
| February | 4°C | -2°C |
| March | 9°C | 1°C |
| April | 15°C | 6°C |
| May | 20°C | 12°C |
| June | 25°C | 17°C |
| July | 29°C | 21°C |
| August | 28°C | 20°C |
| September | 24°C | 17°C |
| October | 18°C | 11°C |
| November | 11°C | 4°C |
| December | 6°C | 0°C |
14 day forecast
New York travel tips
Gourmets must visit the Gansevoort Market in New York City
The Gansevoort Market at 101 Liberty Street in New York City has something even for the most demanding gourmets. The Burger Inc makes large tasty burgers; choose the Spicy Pork Bibimbap if you like meat with vegetables; the cookies from the Two Geese Bakery is a great dessert.
Forget about the double-decker bus in New York City. Go for a walk with locals for free
The double-decker bus in New York City is boring and problematic. They have a free-tours-by-foot service, where you can join a small group to explore different districts and interests of New York City with locals. There is no fee (although little tips are welcomed). Check it out!
Cafe Lalo in New York City is a paradise for sweets lovers; gluten-free sweets are also available
Visit Cafe Lalo at 201 W 83rd St in New York City if you like sweets. It is so difficult to choose from over 30 different cakes, 23 flavours of cheesecake, 10 types of pie, a dozen kinds of fruit tart, cookies and pastries. Gluten-free sweets are also available.
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