EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
5,179 km
3,218 miles
SWF
New York
United States
Distance
5,179 km
3,218 mi / 2,796 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
283°
west northwest

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EDI SWF
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport New York Stewart International Airport
IATA Code EDI SWF
ICAO Code EGPH KSWF
City Edinburgh New York
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 135 ft 491 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 41.500000, -74.100000

Edinburgh (EDI) to New York (SWF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) in New York, United States is 5,179 kilometers (3,218 miles / 2,796 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:32 in Edinburgh, it's 17:32 in New York. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from New York (SWF) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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