Scotland's four main airports operate on a commercial basis. Aberdeen International Airport. Edinburgh Airport. Glasgow Airport. Glasgow Prestwick Airport.
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There are just 2 international airports in Scotland -- Glasgow and Edinburgh. Belfast makes little sense. The only alternative to the Edinburgh/Glasgow is London, where you can usually cheaper fares to, from the US. Then fly/train/bus to Scotland from London.
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.
A direct flight between the USA and Edinburgh can take between 6 hours 30 minutes and 8 hours 5 minutes depending on which cities you're flying between. Here's a breakdown of the average flight times: Direct flights between New York and Edinburgh take around 6 hours and 50 minutes.
To have the most sunlight and best weather, many people head to the Scottish Highlands in the summer, between May and September. Starting in October, the weather can be unpredictable — freezing temperatures, gale-force winds, and snowfall are all possible.
The cheapest time to visit Scotland is during the off season between November and mid-March. However, try to avoid the inflated prices over the Christmas period to keep costs low. Just because winter is the cheapest time to visit Scotland, doesn't mean it's not still a magical time to go.
Property prices in Edinburgh are around 30% higher than those in Glasgow, so if you're on a budget, Glasgow is the definite winner. If we put property prices aside, the cost of living in both cities is relatively similar, with Glasgow still being a little cheaper than Scotland's capital, Edinburgh.
High season is considered to be June, July and August. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is February. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Scotland flight deals.
We recommend you allow 9 - 10 days in Scotland for a satisfying tour of the country's diverse scenery and history. A 10 day itinerary, such as the Best of Scotland tour plan, would let you spend: 2 days in Edinburgh walking the historical streets and enjoying the cosmopolitan buzz.