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Can you fly direct from Florida to Edinburgh?

This long-haul flight from Orlando (MCO) to Edinburgh (EDI) takes about 8 hours. There are 2 direct flights between Orlando and Edinburgh every week. What is the flight number on the route from Orlando to Edinburgh?



Yes, you can fly direct from Florida to Edinburgh in 2026 via a seasonal service operated by Virgin Atlantic. The airline typically operates a non-stop flight from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) several times per week during the peak summer season (April through October). The flight takes approximately 8 hours and is usually operated by a state-of-the-art Airbus A350-1000. For the rest of the year, or for those flying from Miami or Tampa, travelers must use connecting flights, typically through hubs like London Heathrow, Dublin (via Aer Lingus), or New York. This direct Orlando-Edinburgh route has become highly popular for "golf tourism" and families looking to connect the theme parks of Florida with the historic festivals of Scotland without the hassle of a London transfer.

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  • From New York (Newark) to Edinburgh with United.
  • From New York (JFK) to Edinburgh with Delta.
  • From New York (JFK) to Edinburgh with JetBlue.
  • From Chicago to Edinburgh with United.
  • From Orlando to Edinburgh with Virgin Atlantic.
  • From Washington DC to Edinburgh with United.
  • From Boston to Edinburgh with Delta.


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A direct flight to Scotland from the USA can take between 6 hours 20 minutes and 8 hours depending on which cities you're flying between. Take a look at our breakdown of the average flight times: Direct flights between New York and Edinburgh take around 6 hours and 50 minutes.

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For the best direct flights from London to Florida, your best bet is to fly from London Gatwick Airport for the cheapest flights with Finnair or Iberia to Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Tampa International Airport (TPA).

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Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £1,724 for one-way flights and £513 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Glasgow's closer to the Highlands and the western islands, so if you want to visit either of those areas, Glasgow is a bit more convenient gateway, requiring a bit less transportation time to get to where you want to go. Flights to Edinburgh are usually cheaper for me, so that's how I choose.

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Hotels and accommodation represent the biggest expenditure for Edinburgh visitors. January to March is the best value period to stay. April to May is the shoulder period with value prices. June to September is the most expensive period.

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Flights from the USA and Canada
  • Air Canada.
  • Air Transat.
  • Delta.
  • JetBlue.
  • United.
  • Virgin Atlantic.
  • WestJet.


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It will allow families to reunite, friends to reconnect and re-open the strong tourism destinations on both sides of the Atlantic,” said Gordon Dewar, Edinburgh Airport's Chief Executive. United Airlines to Resume Nonstop Services Between Scotland and the U.S. for 2022.

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