Cost
Depending on the city you depart from and when you go, tickets can range from under $500 to over $2,000.
Length
Flights from the east coast of the United States take approximately seven hours; flights from the west coast take about 11 hours.
Airline Options
Continental and Delta offer non-stop flights from New York to Edinburgh. European hubs like Paris, Amsterdam and London also link American cities to Edinburgh.
When to Fly
For more festivities and better weather, fly during the summer, which is considered peak season. For cheaper tickets, consider flying during winter, the off season.
Once You Arrive
You can take a bus, train or car to get from the airport to the city. Explore various transportation options online before you go (see Resources).
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Gina Todorovich has been writing for six years. She's edited and written for a monthly magazine, as well as for the college newspaper. She also drafted reports for a government agency. Todorovich works with online content management and editing. Todorovich has a Bachelor of Science in Communications from Pacific Union College.