Hey JFK! American Airlines brings back Edinburgh-JFK route and extends Philadelphia service
American Airlines will increase its presence at Edinburgh Airport next year as it reintroduces its summer service to New York JFK.
This reintroduction means the airline will operate two transatlantic routes from Edinburgh in summer 2026. The JFK service joins the popular seasonal route to Philadelphia, which resumed earlier this year.
The daily New York JFK flights will operate for the full summer season between 8 March and 24 October, using an A321XLR aircraft with 155 seats – one of the newest aircraft in American Airlines’ fleet.
The Philadelphia service will see its season length extended in 2026, operating between 28 March and 24 October.
Gordon Dewar, Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport said:
“It’s fantastic to see American Airlines growing its presence at Scotland’s busiest airport and offering even more direct connectivity to New York and beyond.
“There’s strong demand for transatlantic travel, and this addition strengthens an already impressive schedule from Edinburgh. It also opens up American Airlines’ extensive domestic network, making it easier for both business and leisure travellers to reach destinations across the USA.
“And of course, we’re excited to welcome one of American’s newest aircraft to Scotland and see two of those iconic AA tailfins in our capital.”
José A. Freig, Vice President International and Inflight Dining Operations at American Airlines, said:
“When we returned to Edinburgh earlier this year, the excitement and positive feedback from our customers were overwhelming.
“Following its success, we’re looking forward to adding a new route between Edinburgh and the Big Apple, where our customers can experience the new A321XLR for the first time across the Atlantic.”
Background
EDI-JFK will operate from March 8, 2026 to October 24, 2026.
| Route | Time | Aircraft |
| EDI-JFK | 1030-1230 | Airbus A321XLR |
| JFK-EDI | 2100-0830 |
EDI-PHL will operate March 28 2026 to October 24, 2026.
Tickets for American’s new EDI-JFK route will go on sale Monday 3 November.
American is the first U.S. airline to introduce the A321XLR. Featuring 20 Flagship Suite® seats, 12 Premium Economy seats and 123 Main Cabin seats, this aircraft offers an elevated inflight experience. All customers flying on this aircraft will have access to high-speed Wi-Fi and complimentary seatback entertainment featuring Bluetooth connectivity.
