Scotland to New York Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from Scotland to New York?
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Average flight time is 6 hours 18 minutes

The fastest flight time from Scotland to New York is 6 hours 18 minutes

Scotland to New York flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 6 hours 18 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from Scotland to New York is 6 hours 18 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from Scotland to New York is 3,213 miles / 5,171 km

Scotland airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to New York: Glasgow International Airport (GLA), Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), Inverness Airport (INV) and Aberdeen Airport (ABZ).

New York airports

New York has 3 airports: New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

If you don't fancy flying from New York there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Scotland: White Plains Westchester County Airport (HPN), Islip Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP), Trenton Mercer Airport (TTN), Allentown Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE), Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) and Avoca Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: Glasgow to New York, Edinburgh to New York and Newcastle upon Tyne to New York.

Scotland & New York local times and timezones

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Scotland, United Kingdom is 5 hours ahead of New York, United States

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Scotland to New York FAQs

How long does it take to fly from Scotland to New York?

On average, the flight time from Scotland to New York is 6 hours 18 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from Scotland to New York could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between Scotland and New York?

The distance between Scotland and New York is 3,213 miles or 5,171 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from Scotland to New York?

The shortest flight time from Scotland to New York is 6 hours 18 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from Scotland to New York?

The average flight time from Scotland to New York is 6 hours 18 minutes. Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between Scotland and New York?

The time zone difference between Scotland and New York is 5 hours.